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Urodynamic stress incontinence is basically a type of urinary incontinence. Often, the condition is referred to in its shorter form – ‘stress incontinence’. In this blogpost, we’ll explain all you need to know, including causes, common cases and possible treatments.

It might feel like something to be embarrassed about, but the loss of normal bowel control is actually a very common condition. Bowel (also faecal) leakage is a type of incontinence that can be caused by many factors, but the good news is that there are just as many treatments available.

Urinary incontinence is particularly common in people with neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, diabetes and Parkinson’s disease. And since April 11th is World Parkinson’s Day, it seems the perfect moment to discuss this important topic.

April 7th was World Health Day 2021, and the theme this year is “building a fairer, healthier world for everyone”. The biggest reason why incontinence is a global health issue is that it affects millions of people around the world. So why aren’t we more aware of it?

The internet is a marvellous invention, but when it comes to seeking help and advice on dealing with a health issue, it can sometimes feel a little overwhelming. To help you find your way through the clutter, we’ve got 5 simple steps you can take when you are wondering what to do about incontinence.

Whilst incontinence is NOT an inevitable part of ageing, changes that occur with the natural ageing process may contribute to incontinence. So if you want to find a treatment for elderly urinary incontinence and start enjoying a better quality of life – keep reading!