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Since there are many types of incontinence, there are also many types of treatment. In this sections you will find descriptions of the main types of treatment, including what type of incontinence they are commonly used to treat.
Daytime wetting and bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis) are frequent concerns for parents and their children.
As a teenager, you probably don’t expect to lose control over your bladder or bowel habits. But it is a myth that incontinence only affects certain age groups.
The more you understand about incontinence, the more able you will be to offer effective support.
In this section, you’ll find tools and advice on how to talk to your healthcare professional with a little more confidence. At the end of the day, it’s worth it when you consider how your life could change with an effective treatment.
Urinary incontinence (UI) is the involuntary release of urine at the wrong time and/or the wrong place. Don’t forget: it is a not a normal part of aging, it is a treatable condition, and you don’t have to deal with it on your own.
Faecal incontinence (FI) is the involuntary loss of liquid or solid stools causing social or hygienic inconvenience. You might also hear it referred to bowel or stool incontinence.
If you’ve arrived at this page, then it’s likely you’ve been searching for more information about bladder or bowel incontinence. Perhaps you are suffering from certain symptoms yourself, or perhaps you are looking for a family member or friend. Whatever the case, we’re glad that you’re here.
What exactly is incontinence? There are a lot of myths and misconceptions out there, so it’s important to set the record straight. The more you know about the condition, the more equipped you’ll be to discuss treatments with a healthcare professional.
If you’ve arrived at this page, then it’s likely you’ve been searching for more information about bladder or bowel incontinence. Perhaps you are suffering from certain symptoms yourself, or perhaps you are looking for a family member or friend. Whatever the case, we’re glad that you’re here.
Since there are many types of incontinence, there are also many types of treatment. In this sections you will find descriptions of the main types of treatment, including what type of incontinence they are commonly used to treat.
In this section, you’ll find tools and advice on how to talk to your healthcare professional with a little more confidence. At the end of the day, it’s worth it when you consider how your life could change with an effective treatment.
Everybody’s incontinence story is different. For this reason, we’ve provided information that is relevant to certain specific situations.
Multimedia links, patient testimonials, FAQS, contact details of support groups…. it’s all here!
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What is incontinence?
Incontinence is a common health issue faced by millions of people. Find out more about the different types, symptoms and causes.
How can I get help?
Talking to a healthcare professional about intimate medical problems can be tough. Get better prepared for the appointment here.
What treatments are available?
Find descriptions of the main options on offer, including the type of incontinence they are designed to treat.
How can I live with incontinence?
Every incontinence story is unique. Find tips and advice that speak to your individual situation.
Stay up to date on all the latest news and developments round incontinence, written by the experts and patients themselves.
World Continence Week webinars now available
Press Release: A commitment to collaboration in continence care between international scientific societies and patient organizations
How can you train your bladder after the removal of a catheter?
World Continence Week webinars now available
Press Release: A commitment to collaboration in continence care between international scientific societies and patient organizations
How can you train your bladder after the removal of a catheter?
5 tips for coping with adult night time incontinence
Can you use incontinence pads with children?
