Articles About Incontinence FAQs

1. How to Care for Someone With Urinary Incontinence

   Article - Realize it's normal to feel uncomfortable. There are some discussions between close relatives, especially a parent and child, that many of us would rather avoid: Talking to your own children about sex is probably not something many parents can glide through without some discomfort...

2. 11 Questions to Ask When Selecting Incontinence Products

   Article - Before you dive into the ever-expanding world of incontinence products and supplies, be sure that your parent sees her doctor to find out whether her incontinence is treatable. Contrary to common belief, incontinence isn't a normal part of aging...

3. 7 Medications That Can Cause Incontinence

   Article - Surprisingly, common medications may contribute to incontinence. Here, seven drugs that can lead to incontinence, and what to take instead.

4. What Is Incontinence?

   Article - Incontinence is a common problem among adults. Know its many causes, how to treat the problem, and how to help someone with incontinence.

5. 6 Things Never to Say to an Incontinent Person

   Article - Make discussions about adult incontinence less stressful by knowing what not to say, and by trying these supportive alternatives.

6. Difficult Conversations: How to Talk to Someone About Incontinence

   Article - It can be difficult to discuss incontinence with an older person -- but there are ways to make it easier. How to discuss incontinence with an adult.

7. Top 10 Bladder Triggers -- and How to Turn Them Off

   Article - When a leaky bladder makes life uncomfortable, you want to know what's causing it. Learn ten top reasons for a leaky bladder, and how to handle them.

8. 10 Things Your Bladder Says About Your Health

   Article - Bladder problems can strike adults of all ages, and they can signal a larger health problem. Learn ten possible reasons for urinary tract symptoms.

9. Incontinence? These Medications Can Help

   Article - Incontinence is both embarrassing and inconvenient. Here, medications that doctors often prescribe to increase bladder control.

10. 5 Ways to Cope With the Emotional Side of Incontinence

    Article - Best to be blunt: Of course it's awkward and embarrassing to discuss a loved one's incontinence with him or her, let alone to have to change adult diapers (a.k.a. adult briefs these days). Private matters turned team project usually are.

11. Physical Therapy to Help a Patient With Incontinence

    Article - Physical therapy for incontinence - including exercises, biofeedback, and "bladder retraining" - can help a patient improve control over urination.

12. Is Your Bladder Trying to Tell You Something?

    Article - Bathroom habits can signal bladder issues you might not have thought of. Learn eight signs that indicate you could have a urinary system problem.

13. 5 Ways to Fix a Leaky Bladder Without Surgery

    Article - Overactive bladder (urge incontinence) is a common and embarrassing problem among older adults. Learn five ways to deal with it -- without surgery.

14. Symptoms of Overactive Bladder

    Article - Many older adults, especially postmenopausal women, have overactive bladder, often with stress incontinence. Know the symptoms of overactive bladder.

15. How to Stop Incontinence From Sabotaging Your Sex Life

    Article - Incontinence is common -- and especially annoying if it interferes with your sex life. Here, 7 steps to take to control incontinence during sex.

16. 5 Ways Menopause Sabotages Sleep

    Article - Menopausal women commonly have trouble falling or staying asleep. Learn what might be causing your sleep problems, and how you can get some rest.

17. 10 Foods to Avoid if You Have an Overactive Bladder

    Article - If you have an overactive bladder, it's not always enough to drink less. Avoid these top ten bladder irritators and see the difference it makes.

18. 3 Easy Ways to Avoid Urinary Tract Infections in Someone With Dementia and Incontinence

    Article - Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common side effect of incontinence. How to reduce the odds of a UTI in someone with dementia.

19. Toileting Advice When Caring for Someone With Alzheimer's

    Article - Practical steps to help caregivers learn how to work with all stages of Alzheimer's to reduce toileting stress.

20. Toileting

    Article - Practical steps to help caregivers learn how to reduce toileting stress and incontinence.

21. How to Care for Someone With Fecal Incontinence

    Article - Fecal or bowel incontinence can be caused by Alzheimer's, stroke, Parkinson's, and other diseases that strike older adults. Learn how you can help.

22. Women: What Your Sex Life Says About Your Health

    Article - 7 unsexy scenes that can be clues to an underlying medical issue

23. 10 Ways to Live Normally With a Leaky Bladder

    Article - A leaky bladder, also called urge incontinence, doesn't have to cramp your lifestyle. Learn ten tricks for dealing with overactive bladder.

24. Catheters and Stroke Survivors

    Article - Background on catheters, Foley catheters, and practical tips for providing care to a patient with a catheter.