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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS The following are a few questions people frequently ask about incontinence. We hope these will be helpful. The Helpful Links page will provide more detailed information.
1. What is Urinary Incontinence? It is the loss of bladder control. It is a symptom of a wide range of conditions and disorders that range from birth defects to age-related degenerative changes. It is therefore not necessarily related to a person’s age or overall health. Even child birth can cause it in younger, otherwise healthy women.
2. How common is Urinary Incontinence? It is estimated that over 20 million Americans (about 7%) have Urinary Incontinence.
3. Can Urinary Incontinence be cured or improved? About 80% of the time, it can be cured or improved. Unfortunately, less than 10% of the people who have Urinary Incontinence seek help.
4. What kind of help is available? Help comes in several forms: medication, behavioral changes, and surgery, all depending on the cause and severity of the Incontinence. You can read more about his by clicking on the link for the National Association For Continence and can locate a Urologist by discussing the problem with your primary care physician.
5. Is there anything else that can be done if medication behavioral changes or surgery don’t solve the problem? In order to reduce the negative impact of Urinary Incontinence on your daily life, you can wear protective clothing or even a collection device. Generally, the greater the flow of unanticipated urine, the heavier and less comfortable the product will be. Disposable diapers tend to provide the greatest protection, along with the least comfort. Washable underwear tends to work well for people with moderate or mild Incontinence.
6. Does prostate surgery always lead to Urinary Incontinence? No, recent advances made in prostate surgery have resulted in much less trauma and reduced the negative side affects. For some period after surgery, however, patients usually need to wear protective underwear before they regain full control of their bladder.
7. Does CFDS custom design incontinence underwear for people with special needs? Yes, please call us at 610-525-9761 or Contact Us by email.
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