As the first
step in coping with incontinence you should overcome
any embarrassment and see your doctor. Incontinence has many
causes and your doctor will ask you relevant questions about the
problem and will probably examine a specimen of urine. He may
examine you himself or refer you to a specialist for investigations.
Sometimes a simple remedy prescribed by the doctor can help the
problem or some other form of treatment might be suggested. |
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| The actual treatment recommended will depend on many factors
including the type and cause of incontinence and the person’s age.
In some areas specially trained nurses called continence advisors
are available to give expert advice. |
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| Remember that your doctor and the specialist have your best
interest at heart and will recommend only treatment that they think
will help you. |
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Dr Alan Riley's
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"About three
million people
in Britain suffer
from urinary
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