URINARY INCONTINENCE IN MEN

SYMPTOMS

• Stress Incontinence. Certain forms of physical exercise cause it to happen.

• Urge Incontinence. When you have a sudden and intense need to urinate, you lose control of your bladder. You might not be able to make it to the restroom in time once the need strikes.

• Overflow Incontinence. If you don’t entirely empty your bladder when you urinate, this can happen. Some of the pee left in your bladder may leak later. Moreover, dribbling is a term used to describe this sort of incontinence.

DIAGNOSIS

Your medical professional will most likely want to know how long you’ve been incontinent, what sorts of incontinence you’ve had, and other information. They may also inquire about your everyday activities, such as your usual food and any drugs or supplements you use.

Furthermore, your healthcare practitioner may request further tests based on your symptoms and medical history, such as:

• Obtaining a urine sample for analysis. The urine sample might be examined for symptoms of infection or other issues by laboratory personnel.
• The amount of pee you discharge when you urinate. The amount of urine left in your bladder, as well as the pressure inside it, are all measured.A catheter, or a tiny tube, is inserted into your urethra and bladder to obtain this information.
• Performing a cystoscopy. During this procedure, a tiny camera will be inserted into your bladder to study it in detail.

TREATMENT

The treatment plan advised by your healthcare physician will be determined by the reason for your incontinence. Medication, surgery, or other therapies may be required to treat an underlying medical problem.

Healthcare practitioner may not be able to cure urinary incontinence in men in some cases. There are actions you may do to manage your condition in these situations.

Your healthcare practitioner may, for example, encourage you to:

• Make changes to your diet or fluid consumption.
• Make sure to keep the path to the bathroom clear and well-lit.
• Invest in absorbent underwear or pads.
• Bathroom breaks should be planned