“Urinary incontinence means a person leaks urine by accident. While it may happen to anyone, urinary incontinence is more common in older people, especially women. Incontinence can often be cured or controlled. Talk to your healthcare provider about what you can do.” - National Institute of Health (NIH) In the article at this link the NIH gives helpful advice about urinary incontinence, including: It's important to talk to your doctor about your incontinence so you can receive appropriate advice and treatment. The National Association for Continence provides tips about how to talk with your doctor about your incontinence. Your doctor may ask you to keep a bladder diary. You can download a diary format from the National Association for Continence. The National Association for Continence provides advice about choosing the right incontinence products for your situation, including: They also offer ideas for keeping the bed dry. The National Institute of Health recommends 13 Tips for a Healthy Bladder:
Talking to your Doctor
Finding the Right Incontinence Products
Tips for a Healthy Bladder
How Care is There can Help:
Resources for Urinary Incontinence:
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