New Options For Managing Fecal Incontinence
It wasn’t long ago that those suffering with fecal incontinence had just a handful of options. They could try behavioral modifications (still largely used today), absorbent products to help manage the condition, bowel retraining, medications, or surgery. But in the last several years, companies have been coming out with more and more innovative products […]
Ask The Doc: What’s The Best Treatment For Fecal Incontinence?
QUestion What should be the first line of defense in the treatment for Fecal Incontinence? Answer My advice would always be to first talk with your doctor. This may be an uncomfortable conversation to have, but it’s one worth having since your doctor is best equipped to diagnose and treat the condition. However, if you’re […]
4 Common Myths About Accidental Bowel Leakage
Accidental Bowel Leakage (ABL) is something no one likes to talk about. Even more so than urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence carries a stigma that is hard to shake. And yet, tens of millions Americans struggle with it on a regular basis. You can know with us, 4 Common Myths About Accidental Bowel Leakage. Today, we’re […]
How Do You Get A UTI?
What Are UTIs? UTIs, or Urinary Tract Infections, will affect most women at some point in their lifetime. UTIs are recognized by the burning sensation they cause in the bladder or urethra (the tube that empties urine from the body) during urination, and the intense urge to urinate frequently – even if it is just […]
The Best Products For Treating Accidental Bowel Leakage
If you suffer from fecal incontinence, you know that you will do anything to prevent leaks from happening. Fortunately, there are many products on the market that can do just that. We’ve rounded up some of the most popular products for accidental bowel leakage to share with you here. The Best Products For Accidental Bowel […]
How To Do Bowel Retraining To Treat Accidental Bowel Leakage
Those who struggle with bowel control issues know full well the impact it can have. From fecal incontinence (also known as accidental bowel leakage), to constipation, not being regular can be be a huge nuisance, and can cause embarrassment, shame and frustration. One way to manage bowel control is with bowel retraining, which literally means […]
Finding An Absorbent Product That Works!
Anyone who has shopped for absorbent products knows that it’s no walk in the park. Walk down any of these isles in Walmart, Target or Walgreens and you’ll find hundreds of products designed to keep you dry. How do you find the right one for you, and what should be considered when choosing an absorbent […]
Why You Shouldn’t Use A Maxi-Pad For Incontinence
Any woman with incontinence knows the feeling – you’re walking down the absorbent isle and instead of reaching for an absorbent pad made for leaks, you turn and look at the maxi pads. After all, it’s much less embarrassing to grab a box of those than to admit that you need pads for a […]
Ask The Doc: Protective Underwear or Adult Absorbent Briefs – What’s The Difference?
Question: What is the difference between protective underwear (pull-ups) and adult absorbent briefs? Answer: In the world of absorbent products, it can be hard to find something that works with your needs. Most adults who wet the bed use some type of protection, usually protective underwear, or an adult absorbent brief. Protective underwear is designed […]
Causes Of Adult Bedwetting And How To Manage It
A Guest Blog By Christine Pruneau BSN, RAC-CT Enuresis, or bed-wetting, is commonly associated with children but night time incontinence also affects adults, both young and old. While this can be an embarrassing condition, it is one that can be treated. In many cases, adult bedwetting can be a symptom of another condition, so the […]
Bedwetting In Adults Is More Common Than You Realize.
We’ve been talking about adult bedwetting this month, a condition that affects over 5,000,000 people in the United States. For those who don’t deal with this situation nightly, it may seem not seem to be a big deal, but for the millions that pray every night to wake up dry, it can be a source […]
Prostate Cancer: The Case For Watchful Waiting
Prostate cancer is one of the leading cancer causes of death in men in the US. The American Cancer Society estimates that approximately 1 in 7 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime. But, while this is a widespread condition, and treatment is sometimes warranted, the medical industry has begun to see […]