Incontinence

[Fancymushroom]

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You are totally not the only one.. it's really common with years of coughing and also apparently your nutritional status affects it.

I'm like some of the other posters in that I usually notice it not so much when I'm well but a bit of a problem when I've spent weeks with an increased cough or loosing weight (muscle strength dips).

I think it's quite difficult to get total cure bc the cause obviously can't be removed - but my advice would be to really stick with the kegel exercises as well as seeing a physio and learning a good pelvic floor and core muscle exercise routine to do twice a day. It takes a long time which is why it doesn't immediately result in less leakage but over time it really does help. I never used to think that the clenching exercises and core muscle strength would make much difference and was convinced I probably had damaged my bladder or something, but I honestly don't get much problems at all right now. x

 

[Fancymushroom]

Hi <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
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<br />You are totally not the only one.. it's really common with years of coughing and also apparently your nutritional status affects it.
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<br />I'm like some of the other posters in that I usually notice it not so much when I'm well but a bit of a problem when I've spent weeks with an increased cough or loosing weight (muscle strength dips).
<br />
<br />I think it's quite difficult to get total cure bc the cause obviously can't be removed - but my advice would be to really stick with the kegel exercises as well as seeing a physio and learning a good pelvic floor and core muscle exercise routine to do twice a day. It takes a long time which is why it doesn't immediately result in less leakage but over time it really does help. I never used to think that the clenching exercises and core muscle strength would make much difference and was convinced I probably had damaged my bladder or something, but I honestly don't get much problems at all right now. x

 

[rubyroselee]

Not alone at all! I often want to bring it up to my urologist (who I see for kidney stones), but I haven't gone that route yet. He has an outpatient procedure that I might try (see below). But I often have to wear pads, especially when I'm sick. My spouse always laughs at me because I cross my legs every time I cough hard trying to hold it in!

<i>NeoControl

NeoControl is a non-surgical, non-invasive therapy for the treatment of incontinence. For patients suffering from incontinence caused by a weakening of the pelvic floor muscles, NeoControl can offer unique therapeutic benefits. NeoControl exercises all the muscles of the pelvic floor to rebuild strength and endurance, re-establishing bladder control.

The therapy is completely painless. Nothing other than the chair ever touches you. You'll feel a small vibration or tapping while sitting in the chair. You'll even be able to feel your pelvic floor muscles contracting. After the therapy, your muscles may feel a little sore, but it is not much different that a light work-out.

How it works:
NeoControl is based on a revolutionary new technology called Extracorporeal Magnetic Innervation (ExMI). This FDA cleared technology produces highly focused pulsing magnetic fields. You sit fully clothed in a comfortable chair, allowing the therapeutic fields to be easily aimed at the muscles of the pelvic floor that control continence. These muscles contract and relax with each magnetic pulse, exercising them just as you would with Kegel exercises. You simply sit and relax.

The painless treatments take from 20 to 30 minutes and are usually done twice a week. A complete course of treatment may take 8 weeks or more, depending on the condition of the pelvic floor muscles when therapy is started. </i>

 

[rubyroselee]

Not alone at all! I often want to bring it up to my urologist (who I see for kidney stones), but I haven't gone that route yet. He has an outpatient procedure that I might try (see below). But I often have to wear pads, especially when I'm sick. My spouse always laughs at me because I cross my legs every time I cough hard trying to hold it in!

<i>NeoControl

NeoControl is a non-surgical, non-invasive therapy for the treatment of incontinence. For patients suffering from incontinence caused by a weakening of the pelvic floor muscles, NeoControl can offer unique therapeutic benefits. NeoControl exercises all the muscles of the pelvic floor to rebuild strength and endurance, re-establishing bladder control.

The therapy is completely painless. Nothing other than the chair ever touches you. You'll feel a small vibration or tapping while sitting in the chair. You'll even be able to feel your pelvic floor muscles contracting. After the therapy, your muscles may feel a little sore, but it is not much different that a light work-out.

How it works:
NeoControl is based on a revolutionary new technology called Extracorporeal Magnetic Innervation (ExMI). This FDA cleared technology produces highly focused pulsing magnetic fields. You sit fully clothed in a comfortable chair, allowing the therapeutic fields to be easily aimed at the muscles of the pelvic floor that control continence. These muscles contract and relax with each magnetic pulse, exercising them just as you would with Kegel exercises. You simply sit and relax.

The painless treatments take from 20 to 30 minutes and are usually done twice a week. A complete course of treatment may take 8 weeks or more, depending on the condition of the pelvic floor muscles when therapy is started. </i>

 

[rubyroselee]

Not alone at all! I often want to bring it up to my urologist (who I see for kidney stones), but I haven't gone that route yet. He has an outpatient procedure that I might try (see below). But I often have to wear pads, especially when I'm sick. My spouse always laughs at me because I cross my legs every time I cough hard trying to hold it in!
<br />
<br /><i>NeoControl
<br />
<br />NeoControl is a non-surgical, non-invasive therapy for the treatment of incontinence. For patients suffering from incontinence caused by a weakening of the pelvic floor muscles, NeoControl can offer unique therapeutic benefits. NeoControl exercises all the muscles of the pelvic floor to rebuild strength and endurance, re-establishing bladder control.
<br />
<br />The therapy is completely painless. Nothing other than the chair ever touches you. You'll feel a small vibration or tapping while sitting in the chair. You'll even be able to feel your pelvic floor muscles contracting. After the therapy, your muscles may feel a little sore, but it is not much different that a light work-out.
<br />
<br />How it works:
<br />NeoControl is based on a revolutionary new technology called Extracorporeal Magnetic Innervation (ExMI). This FDA cleared technology produces highly focused pulsing magnetic fields. You sit fully clothed in a comfortable chair, allowing the therapeutic fields to be easily aimed at the muscles of the pelvic floor that control continence. These muscles contract and relax with each magnetic pulse, exercising them just as you would with Kegel exercises. You simply sit and relax.
<br />
<br />The painless treatments take from 20 to 30 minutes and are usually done twice a week. A complete course of treatment may take 8 weeks or more, depending on the condition of the pelvic floor muscles when therapy is started. </i>

 

[Momtana]

Thanks, Leah, I've never head of NeoControl.

I have started seeing a physical therapy specialist for pelvic floor concerns.

 

[Momtana]

Thanks, Leah, I've never head of NeoControl.

I have started seeing a physical therapy specialist for pelvic floor concerns.

 

[Momtana]

Thanks, Leah, I've never head of NeoControl.
<br />
<br />I have started seeing a physical therapy specialist for pelvic floor concerns.

 

[Eversures]

Hello! Thanks for bringing this topic up. You are by no means alone in suffering from this condition. I work at Wearever, a company who manufacturers reusable incontinence undergarments and we have so many customers who are coping with this same condition as well. There are many different solutions varying from surgery to pills, but unfortunately these are not effective remedies all the time. Many consider wearing pads when they experience occassional incontinence. For those who have a more severe condition, it might be good to consider incontinence undergarments. Many incontinence undergarments get a bad rap, but there are some brands who are paving the wave for innovative and stylish garments.
<a href="http://www.weareverincontinence.com/">Wearever</a> is a brand that manufacturers stylish, reusable incontinence undergarments that offer quality protection. These reusable undergarments can sustain up to 250 washes, making them much more environmentally friendly then alternative options. Additionally, they come in a variety of styles and colors, and don't make noise like regular incontinence undergarments do. I just wanted to write in and let you know about some of these options, in case this is something you want to consider for the future! Best of luck and I hope you find a solution that works best for you.

 

[imported_Momto2]

You arent alone.
My husband and I now joke about how my issue really "Depends" on my "Poise".
Gotta laugh, or I'm gonna cry.
Had problems with this since I was about 20 and its only gone from bad to worse.
Exercise has helped, as has cutting out sugar. I feel for you. At age 40, I wear protection 24/7.
Annoying to say the least, and the pads can irritate skin while running.

 

[Vampy]

OK your not alone!! I have problems just the same, im 26 and seriously considered to wearing depends! i use pads!! mostly at night or when i have this feeling that "todays gonna be a bad day" coughing or sneezing!! oh yea it sucks!

 

[missgunky]

NeoControl sounds awesome. I'm going to mention it to my cf doc. Kegel exercises haven't done much for me either. I cross my legs when I cough or sneeze too! And I'm tired of panty liners - they chafe. Who wants to wear pads more than one week out of the month? Yuck! Oh, I hope I can get this treatment!!!

 

[Deb]

After two natural childbirths and the years of coughing I, too, had this problem. I had TVT (trans vaginal tape) several years ago and it worked for me. I have since heard of issues with this procedure and some people having trouble with the tape so it may not be a good option for everyone.
Even though I no longer have the incontinence issue, now my bladder has dropped. At this point it is mild and not an issue that requires treatment. I am hoping exercise helps. I guess it is always something!!

 

[Gemmy]

Urinary incontinence, which is commonly referred to as “loss of bladder control,” is sometimes an embarrassing condition for many people. The condition can range from drops of leakage while coughing or sneezing all the way to severe leakage of all the liquid held in the bladder. There are multiple causes and symptoms of the five major types of urinary incontinence.

 

[azdesertrat]

I think I'm the first male to post a reply here. I can tell you, men get it too. Pre-trans I would be so out of breath I felt like (& sometimes I did) pee myself.
That really sucks when you're a man.
I had no idea how to deal with it other than taking a change of pants & underwear to work.
Fortunately, most trucks I drove had a sleeper on them so I could 'go in the back' & change fairly easily.
After all the surgeries I've been through I don't think I would undergo another one for this issue. It has gotten much better since I had my transplant though.