Incontinence Articles

1). Hydrocephalus: Too Much Water on the Brain By : Gary Cordingley, MD, PhD
It can be surprising to realize that an organ as high-powered and sophisticated as the brain also has a plumbing system. And, as the case with a house's plumbing, the drainage side of the system can get gummed up. But the symptoms are different. When a home's drainage backs up, well...I won't go there. When the brain's drainage system backs up, the brain's owner can become confused, incontinent of urine and unsteady on his or her feet.
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2). Bed Wetting And Your Child By : Linda Moore
Primary Nocturnal Enuresis also known as bedwetting can be a very traumatic situation for children as well as their parents to handle on a daily basis. For the children, it can be embarrassing, for the parents, it’s a frustrating issue that they may not understand. While this isn’t an easy issue for children to deal with, by being informed parents, you can help them get through this trying time.
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3). Information on Adult Diapers By : Stefan Rockhaus
Adult diapers are like an under garment worn by those individuals who do not have control over their bladder movements. People who are physically or mentally disabled, and are unable to reach the toilet on time, need to use diapers. Adult diapers are made up of continuous layers of cloth or towel fabric, or such a material that can absorb liquid. The following are some examples of when adult diapers are used: • They are used by individuals who do not have any control over their continence.
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4). Incontinence: Improving Muscle Tone By : Kathryn Whittaker
Incontinence is one of the most common problems among women these days. A treatable disorder, whose main symptom is frequent urination and leakage. An overactive bladder and incontinence affects 12 million North American women. Incontinence occurs when the urethra loses support from the vaginal walls. Overactive bladder is closely linked to incontinence, and is characterized by such symptoms as frequent urination, insomnia due to the urge to urinate at night, urine leakage, and even bed-wetting.
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5). Adult Diapers Should Not Be Embarrassing By : David Sanders
With the advancement of the age, the human body undergoes drastic changes and in the process becomes less efficient in informing its needs to the individual. Seeking the help of a doctor is the first thing to consider in such a situation and it's often necessary for the elderly to depend on diapers to salvage them from embarrassing situations. When choosing an adult diaper several factors are to be considered to ensure that the right one that suits to one's convenience and ne...
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6). Types of Incontinence and Simple Solutions By : Charles Kassotis
Learn how different types of incontinence can affect your life. Also find out the symptoms of different bladder problems associated with incontinence.
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7). Independent Review of the Myself Pelvic Floor Exercise Device By : Bradley Porter
A customer recently contacted me regarding the Myself pelvic floor exercise device with biofeedback. I feel her independent review of this product is beneficial to anyone considering pelvic floor exercises with biofeedback as a conservative treatment modality for stress or urge incontinence. I will mention her only by her initials (PH) in this brief synopsis of her feelings about the Myself.
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8). Does Your Dog Leak Urine? By : Matthew Homfray
Urinary incontinence is a common disorder in older female dogs, as many as 20% of neutered bitches develop it at some point in their lives. The reason is usually urethral sphincter mechanism incompetence (USMI). In this article we review the current state of knowledge on this condition, focusing on the management and treatment options.
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9). 5 Good Reasons Why Every Woman Should Improve Her Pelvic Floor Fitness By : Linda McClelland
Pelvic floor fitness is an essential to lifelong physical, sexual and emotional heath. Find out why strong pelvic muscles are so important to all women, and why they should never be neglected.
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10). Troubled by Incontinence? By : Charles Kassotis
Learn about some of the steps you can take to manage an incontinent bladder and avoid embarrassment or discomfort from this embarrassing condition.
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11). Pelvic Floor Basics for Every Woman By : Linda McClelland
An introduction to the pelvic floor muscles, what they do, why they matter and how to maintain them
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12). Fit Women Are At Higher Risk Of Stress Incontinence - But Help Is Available By : Linda McClelland
Stress incontinence, linked to high impact physical activity, is a real problem for many women who engage in sport and exercise. Pelvic floor muscle strengthening is the simple answer to this embarrasing problem.
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13). What Is Incontinence And Its Causes By : Alisha Dhamani
Incontinence is not a disease, but actually a symptom of an underlying health problem.
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