Incontinence
I have had MS for many years. My incontinence keeps getting worse. Any suggestions would be great to try to figure it out.
Well, I have moved from super absorbent adult diapers to diapers plus pads inserted into them.
Dear Erin, I am fearful thinking about how to handle the next step. I went to a urologist and he didn't seem serious to me. , I think I would feel the same way if I were in your shoes. It's pretty daunting to think about things like this . . . progressing. You have every right to seek a second opinion if you feel that the urologist didn't take your concerns seriously. Incontinence IS serious and NO, you shouldn't have to just "learn to live with it" or something. While the progression may continue, you should have access to any and all treatment options so you can consider how to slow the progression or even stop it in its tracks.
Best, Erin, Team Member.
Amazon has Super Absorbant Poise Pads by the case for $42 That's 212 pads. I'm going through a case every 4-5 weeks and still need to take Gemtesa or Solifenicide every day.
That’s a lot to be dealing with, but it sounds like you’re doing your best to stay ahead of it. Do you feel like the medications are helping at all? -Latoya (Team Member)
I had BOTOX shots around my Uteris and it really helped until the fourth time I had it done and then I couldn't control the leakage at all. I thought it was too good to be true and in my case it was. But it was nice feeling like a normal person again for 1 1/2 years,
, ugh. I'm sorry the shots quit being as effective. I hate when meds quit working well. 🙁
Best, Erin, Team Member.
Hi,
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A number of our members have dealt with various bladder issues and I know it can be a frustrating symptom to deal with. I wanted to share this compilation of information with you on the topic -- https://multiplesclerosis.net/symptoms/bladder-dysfunction. Also, as one member mentioned, Botox injections can help with incontinence. One of our health leader's wrote about her experience with Botox injections here -- https://multiplesclerosis.net/living-with-ms/bladder-botox. And here's a pretty robust discussion from our forums on this topic -- https://multiplesclerosis.net/forums/urinary-incontinence. You are definitely not alone in this! And I hope you are able to glean some helpful suggestions and support from this community!
Best, Erin, Team Member.
