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- Thu Jul 17, 2014 11:51 am
- Forum: bladder problems
- Topic: OAB?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3570
Re: OAB?
I echo all comments above. You may also wish to speak to a Continence Nurse at the Bladder & Bowel Foundation. www.bladderandbowelfoundation.org/ They can offer clinical advice and answer any questions that you may have - please call 0845 345 0165 and leave your name and number. You will be call...
- Thu Jul 17, 2014 11:47 am
- Forum: bladder problems
- Topic: Catheterisation
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2860
Re: Catheterisation
Unfortunately pelvic floor exercises will not help in this case. However, you may find it helpful to speak to one of the Continence nurses on the Bladder and Bowel Foundation helpline who will be able to answer any questions that you may have and offer practical advice. If you would like to do this ...
- Thu Jul 17, 2014 11:42 am
- Forum: bladder problems
- Topic: Interstitial Cystitis
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3457
Re: Interstitial Cystitis
If you haven't already heard of them she may find it helpful to look at the COB (Cystitis and Overactive Bladder Foundation) http://www.cobfoundation.org/
- Thu Jul 17, 2014 11:39 am
- Forum: bladder problems
- Topic: Bed wetting
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2786
Re: Bed wetting
It may be worth looking at his diet, often caffeine found in tea, cola and hot chocolate aggravate the bladder and increase the risk of bed wetting. Please also see the ERIC website http://www.eric.org.uk/ they have a helpline offering advice on products and also sell products etc. You may also wish...
- Thu Jul 17, 2014 11:30 am
- Forum: general
- Topic: contraceptive pill and blood loss/discharge
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1728
Re: contraceptive pill and blood loss/discharge
It is likely to be as a result of taking both pills on the same day. You would be best to seek the advice of your GP who will be able to determine what is causing the problem.
- Mon Nov 18, 2013 5:00 pm
- Forum: sexual health
- Topic: genital warts
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3284
Re: genital warts
There are a number of treatments from gels and creams to cryotherapy (freezing) - the treatment choice depends upon the severity and type of warts. Your GP or local GUM clinic will be best placed to advised you. The following NHS link gives further detail: http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Genital_warts/...
- Mon Nov 18, 2013 4:54 pm
- Forum: general men's health
- Topic: prostate problems and BPH
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3205
Re: prostate problems and BPH
Your husband would benefit from a review with his local Continence Advisory Service. His GP can refer him..It can take time for the bladder to return to normal after a period of time with an indwelling catheter. He may find it useful to talk to the Helpline team at the Bladder & Bowel Foundation...
- Mon Nov 18, 2013 4:50 pm
- Forum: incontinence
- Topic: incontinence relief by Ciallis
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3812
Re: incontinence relief by Ciallis
Cialis isn't widely recognized as a medication to treat / improve symptoms of incontinence - although there are reports of coincidental improvements in urinary symptoms. You could certainly discuss your options with your urologist. Your symptoms may well be as a result of ongoing damage to the tissu...
- Thu Nov 14, 2013 4:58 pm
- Forum: incontinence
- Topic: Sacral Nerve Stimulator
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4562
Re: Sacral Nerve Stimulator
Sacral Nerve Stimulation (SNS) can have a positive effect on both bladder and bowel but is generally implanted with the intention of targeting one or the other. Klaus Matzel has published a number of papers describing SNS and its coincidental efficacy on both bladder and bowel. You may find it helpf...
- Thu Nov 14, 2013 3:40 pm
- Forum: general men's health
- Topic: Lack of Modesty Concerns for Male Patients
- Replies: 1
- Views: 5263
Re: Lack of Modesty Concerns for Male Patients
As a female clinician, I treat men and I wholeheartedly support your concerns. I think that you have made some extremely valid points that do need to be taken seriously. However, as I am sure that you are aware part of the problem is as a result of the professions being female dominated (Nursing, Re...