Monday, April 20, 2009

Overactive bladder and incontinence part 6

Void twice. In some individuals the need to urinate develops very rapidly after voiding. In this case, always void twice and see this may help reduce the urge to urinate. The second voiding may empty completely empty the bladder and decrease the urge episodes.

Schedule your bathroom visits. Some people only go to the bathroom when there is an urge to void. This can make lifestyle difficult especially when there is no bathroom around. So make a habit of going to the bathroom at scheduled times. This will significantly decrease urge episodes. Try going to void every 2-4 hours. While this does not cure the problem, at least you will not pee in your pants all the time

Learn kegel exercise. Kegel exercises can increase strength in the pelvis floor muscles in some women. In the majority of cases, kegel exercise do help women who are premenopausal. Women who are postmenopausal generally do not obtain the same benefit from kegel exercises. Kegel exercises are not a one shot deal. The exercises have to be regularly practiced for months to strengthen muscles. These important muscles of the pelvic floor may help reduce overflow incontinence. The average time before one notices any benefit from kegel exercises is about 8-12 weeks. These exercises can help one enjoy sexual intercourse, reduce lower pelvic pain and increase flexibility of the lower pelvis. Unfortunately, many women see no difference with kegel exercises. Kegel exercises have been hyped up to treat a variety of female disorders but often the benefits are mild to moderate. Kegel exercise can be learnt from a physical therapist or from your physician.

Intermittent catheterization is a technique used to empty the bladder in some people. The catheter is passed in through the urethra into the bladder. In most cases intermittent catheterization technique is useful in patients with Multiple sclerosis, stroke, or those who are recovering from a stroke. In otherwise healthy people, frequent intermittent catheterization can also lead to infections when the procedure is not done properly. Intermittent catheterization is not a technique that should be started spontaneously by the patient. One needs to talk to the physician to determine the number of times, when to do it and also how do it. When done sterilely, the technique does work quite well. However, one has to carry a catheter and supplies everywhere. This can be expensive in the long run.

Absorbent pads. Today, there are many types of incontinent pads that can make a big difference in a patient’s life. The latest undergarments are soft, absorb well, prevent odor and help avoid accidents.

Weight control is a very important aspect of incontinence care. Obesity always worsens incontinence. So cut down on your weight, exercise regularly and change your lifestyle.

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