Explanation of Incontinence
The loss of bladder control can be an be an embarrassing problem that keeps you from enjoying life and the activities that you love. It’s no small problem. It’s estimated that 13 millions Americans suffer from these problems which are called Urinary Incontinence or UI.
UI is often associated with gender, surgery, and physical changes associated with surgery, pregnancy, and menopause. Regardless of the cause, bladder control problems aren’t just a normal part of aging and can be treated. To better understand the symptoms and signs of this condition, it helps to know how the bladder works.
The bladder is where urine is stored. The bladder has a small tube that allows urine to pass from the body – the urethra. Beneath the bladder is a muscle called the pelvic floor muscle. This muscle is usually contracted which helps support the bladder and keeps urine from leaking from the bladder. During urination, the neck of the bladder relaxes and the urethral sp sphincter opens. At the same the the bladder muscle, the Detrusor Muscle, opens and we.
There are five different types of UI:
Stress Incontinence
- Most common
- Caused by pressure on the bladder
- Typically affects women
- Affects men after the removal of the prostate
Urge Incontinence Causes (Overactive Bladder)
- Drug Side Effects
- Nerve Damage
- Stroke
- Neurological Diseases (Multipleschlerosis, Parkinson’s)
Urge Incontinence is characterized by a sudden urge to urinate even when the bladder is not full. The urge to go may be so strong that you may not make it in time. Sometimes the cause of Urge Incontinence cannot be explained.
Overflow Incontinence
- Individuals dribble on leak urine
- Bladder doesn’t empty completely
- Prostate problems
- Nerve damage from diabetes
Overflow Incontinence is far more frequent in men then it is in women. It can be caused by prostate problems, nerve damage, or as side effect of medication.
Mixed Incontinence
- Presence of more than one of the above conditions
- Typically a combination of Stress & Urge Incontinence
Functional Incontinence
- Usually affects older adults
- Common in nursing homes
- Can be caused by physical disabilities or neurological disabilities like Alzheimers
There is another type of incontinence–Overnight Incontinence. This can happen to individuals taking certain medications or who drink too much alcohol.
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Bladder problems can be really hard on a lot of people, but it’s best they seek help and not be ashamed of it. There is help for these people if they go to their doctor.
That is indeed an embarassing problem and should be treated immediately. I know going to the doctor is very unpleasant but I just can’t understand how some people can delay getting treatment for something serious like this…
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It is not only a problem that affect the person but also her family. But being open and usually talking to your doctor can be a good way to find an answer to this condition.
Life is beautiful and there is no reason to let it all go away due to something like this.
I know this can be a very embarrassing problem, I once dated a girl that struggled with it due some complications after her last pregnancy. She was taking meds to prevent it and it seemed to work well.
Totally true about not living in silence, more promotion of this product needs to be performed, especially in certain subcultures.
Yes, there is no need to suffer in silence. There is a cure for incontinence, there is a bladder control product which is all natural. An uncle of mine suffers from UI and his physician advise him to take the natural remedy which isn’t chemical based so there are no uncomfortable side effects.
The natural remedy is a dietary supplement, my uncle does Kegel exercises, drinks lots of water, and he cuts off his coffee, tea, and cigarettes even though he love those. Yes, there is a need for a sacrifice if we want to keep our body in good health.
Lets start now and be healthy, lets involve our friends too!
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