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Different types of incontinence

This entry was posted in General July 29, 2022

Types of Incontinence

Incontinence can have various causes, but understanding the underlying cause and type of incontinence is vital to understanding the different treatment and products that are available. The most common cause of incontinence is weakening or damaging of the pelvic floor muscles but incontinence can also be caused by underlying neurological disorders, prostate problems and more practical problems such as poor accessibility of the toilet.

One thing the different types of incontinence have in common is that in most cases something can be done about it, consulting a doctor or healthcare professional in time is very important.

There are 7 different types of incontinence these are:

  • Stress/Exercise: Incontinence in physical exercise due to weakened pelvic floor muscles, this is the most common form of incontinence.
  • Pregnancy: In many cases pregnancy is the cause of incontinence in women. As a result in hormone changes and the pregnant belly, the pelvic floor muscles can no longer receive pressure on the bladder making there a risk of incontinence.
  • Urge: This type of incontinence is where there is a sudden urge to urinate which cannot be suppressed. This can sometimes be caused by nervous disorders, while stress, medication and excessive alcohol consumption can also play a role.
  • Overflow: This is where a person has trouble emptying their bladder entirely. Overflow incontinence often occurs as a result of damage to the nerves and muscles around the bladder. 
  • Functional: This is a form of incontinence in which the bladder works well but because of psychological or physical condition someone has difficulty reaching the toilet in time, for example this could occur in people who are bedridden.
  • Overactive Bladder: This covers a range of urinary symptoms covering the feeling of needing to urinate frequently.
  • Faecal: This is generally associated with the loss of bladder control, but can also mean leakage of faecal matter. While bowel incontinence is more common in the elderly, adults and children can also be affected.

Ableworld offers a wide range of incontinence products to help with continence management and to improve the quality of life for those who live with these symptoms. 

Our incontinence supplies cover everything from incontinence pads and pants in numerous sizes and shapes to bed protection products such as absorbent under pads and protective sheets. We even have specialised products like faecal incontinence pads, gender specific products such as male incontinence pads shaped for the male anatomy.

Each type of incontinence can lead to different degrees of leakage, which is why it is important to find the right incontinence product for your individual need.

Call your local Ableworld store if you would like some FREE tips and advice on dealing with incontinence. You can find your local store here.

 

 

 

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