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Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is the loss of control of the bladder, resulting in
leakage of urine and wetting. The quantity of urine loss ranges between being damp
and being soaked.
Who is affected?
You are not alone: Recent research
reveals nearly
1 in 5
Australians experience bladder and/or bowel control problems. Whilst incontinence affects men,
women and children of all ages the prevalence of incontinence is greater in women and
those aged over 70 years of age. Please
click here to to find out who is affected by bladder and bowel problems.
Other continence problems?
As well as leakage,
other continence problems include:
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frequency - going to the toilet often
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nocturia - waking at night to pass urine
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urgency - having a sudden strong urge to go to the toilet
Please click here for further
information on other types of incontinence
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Faecal Incontinence
Faecal incontinence is the loss of solid or liquid stools or soiling.
Prevention
Prevention
is as important as treatment. With effective assessment
there are many management and treatment options available that can often lead
to improved quality of life. Please click
here to find out what you can do to prevent bladder and bowel problems.
The good news is that over 70% of
those with
bladder and/or bowel control problems can be cured or made significantly better by simple
measures such as:
Continence
assessment
Any concern about poor bladder or bowel control should never be dismissed as “a
fact of life”, "just a small problem" or "due to old age". Incontinence deserves careful assessment by a GP, continence nurse, physiotherapist, or specialist.
Where do I get help?
Please click here to
find out where to get further help. |