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Article 2 years 10 months ago
… aim to go every hour and fifteen minutes. Even if you don't have to go, you still want to make the trip to the … before you go to bed at night, and as soon as you get up in the morning This article is copywritten by the National …
Article 2 years 3 months ago
… I’ve run all my life. It’s my passion. It helps keep me in shape. It clears my mind and de-stresses me after a long day. The many races I sign up for give me goals to shoot for. I’ve always loved the … I ran. I chalked it up to being a little older and didn’t really think it was anything to worry about. But when the …
Article 2 years 2 months ago
… a difficult time “holding it,” you may be incontinent. Don’t be frightened, you are not alone. Urinary incontinence, the … urine, is common and has a big impact on those effected. In fact, over 50% of women at menopausal age and older, may … irritating foods and beverages. Caffeine and alcohol fall in this category o Losing weight Behavioral modification o …
Article 2 years 6 months ago
… to higher blood sugar levels, which can cause an increase in the amount of urine that is produced by the body. This can … where your body has a hard time processing the glucose in your body, causing potentially high blood sugar levels. … and what may be a big bladder irritant for one person isn’t always necessarily one for someone else. The best thing to …
Article 2 years 8 months ago
… anatomy refresher course may help. How Kegel Exercises Work There is a sling of muscles extending from the inside of … it’s important to note that kegels are not for everyone. In fact, some people may even do more harm than good by doing … Signs Of Pelvic Floor Strength Improvement Don’t be discouraged if you are not able to control your bladder …
Article 2 years 11 months ago
… “Voices Of Incontinence” campaign, which shows, in patient’s own words, what it’s like to live with … by me not only as my confidante, but also as my partner in the battle against incontinence. He is my rock and I can’t imagine going through this with anyone else. At first I …
Article 2 years 3 months ago
… one wants to talk about, yet it affects millions of women! In fact, 40% of women in the United States live with OAB symptoms. And, they … you supposed to enjoy going on a long walk when you can’t even go two feet without having to go to the bathroom? This …
Article 2 years 5 months ago
… recipes are also healthier than traditional alternatives in many other ways. Guests will love them so much, they won’t realize they are enjoying a bountiful harvest that’s …
Article 2 years 7 months ago
… and my kegel exercises may not relieve my symptoms. In fact, that “bruised tissue” my gynecologist cut out was … the only thing I could focus on was the fear that I wouldn’t make it to the bathroom when I got off the plane. I’d had … can’t have an alcoholic drink with tonic because I know I won’t make it to the bathroom. I’ve also had to form new …
Article 2 years 7 months ago
… from the activities you love, but most people probably don’t realize that incontinence is one of them. I learned the … And I really hate the thought of having an accident in front of anyone. So, I do what I expect a lot of people … I’ve gained weight as things have gotten worse. I can’t work out the way I used to – walking short distances is okay, …
Article 2 years 6 months ago
… We want to celebrate differences or diversity, but can’t seem to help making judgments about some differences. Many, … had the opportunity to drive a luxury sports car or live in a head-turning, designer decorated home – we might covet … bathroom, and worst of all, self-stigmatization. From the work of Professor Erving Goffman, one of American's leading …
Article 2 years ago
… When things were "normal," we didn’t have to put as much thought into what was going to happen … us every day. For example - which store is safest to shop in; at what time of day might there be fewer people shopping … however, consider taking further steps. Next you could work through who you wish to tell. That answer might be …
Article 1 year 11 months ago
… our mind begins to wander as to what we are going to say in the 15 minutes we have with the doctor. To ensure your … greatly unreported to our doctors. If your doctor doesn’t ask you about your OAB symptoms, you must bring up the … share your former doctors’ information and be prepared to sign a medical release, which gives permission to request …
Article 2 years 7 months ago
… Finally, eating healthy and avoiding foods that aren’t good for you may stave off other health conditions as well. … Chronic conditions like Type 2 diabetes can often result in symptoms of incontinence, so by preventing those, you may … diet to see if there are any bladder irritants lurking in your current diet. (A bladder diary can really help with …
Article 2 years 8 months ago
… Starting the conversation early is smart. Don’t be embarrassed. While aging often ushers in many annoying and unwelcome changes such as the need for … (OAB). A problem that affects 30% of men and 40% of women in the U.S., OAB causes symptoms such as an urgent and/or …
Article 2 years 11 months ago
… heard all the risk factors associated with obesity, so I won’t reiterate. But there are a few facts about obesity and sexual function-and aging in general-that might be helpful to know. While there’s some …
Article 2 years 5 months ago
… concern. It enables you to become an active participant in your healthcare. The goal when you visit your doctor … wet your pants? Well, to be honest, some women have. In fact, OAB is far more common in women than in men. But, … know that OAB is often associated with aging, but it isn’t a normal condition of age! If you’re having trouble with …
Article 2 years 2 months ago
… as people get older. You may have thought you didn’t need to do anything about it. And slowly, you learned to … here and there to accommodate your growing problem. And in fact, maybe you’ve adjusted so well that you don’t even … This may include Kegels (though sometimes not), core work and leg moves. It really should be one of the first …
Article 2 years 10 months ago
… relaxed when it comes to telehealth services for seniors in an effort to prevent both sick and healthy Americans from going to their doctors' office in person and spreading the virus. As of March 6, some … vulnerable to the virus at risk. 'And even if you don' t have Medicare, your doctor's office likely has some type of …
Article 2 years 5 months ago
… and keep bladders healthy. Plus, you can keep this recipe in your back pocket for whenever you might have to cook for a … stir fried vegetables cook faster, you can also make this in a frying pan or skillet. First, slice chicken in bite size pieces or half-inch thick strips. Melt 1 tbsp …