Shnookie - new here incontinence issue

[Shnookie]

Hi I’m Shnookie. I’m ADHD and Bipolar and belong to those groups. Now I’m havinging an issue with incontinence.

I’m on Medi Cal but after a telephone session with one of their doctors I’ve been

referred to a urologist. I’m 62 and never have had children but I guess at my age these things start to happen. It makes me

Uncomfortable but I’ve heard that now among other things they use Botox. Has anyone here gone thru this ?

Thanx hugs 🤗 Shnookie

[wobblybee Administrator Pioneer]

🙂 Botox can be very effective, and has many uses. I’ve even had an injection into my eye muscle.

A urologist can inject Botox into your bladder to treat urge incontinence or overactive bladder. This helps the muscles relax, which will give you more time to get to the bathroom when you feel the need to urinate. The injections are done in the clinic, and most patients tolerate the injections well. They do not “hurt” as you may expect, but you may have some short-term discomfort, which many patients have compared to a period cramp.

The good news is that most people get symptom relief quickly — in as short as a few days. The treatment results last about six months, and you can have additional injections. One possible side effect is urine retention, and it is not recommended for males with a risk or history of enlarged prostate.

Copied from mayoclinichealthsystem.org

[Shnookie in reply to wobblybee]

Thank U for this important info. Years ago when I was working at a very stressful

Job I had an overactive bladder go a certain

Period. Didn’t use Botox then but was very uncomfortable. Am also having headache

issues now and am getting up to go to work

With a bad headache. Hope the generic Excedrin kicks in. Thank 4 the quick response. I’m here 4 U guys.

Hugs 🤗 S

[Bobzzii60 in reply to Shnookie]

Doubt botox is used in the u.k?

[wobblybee Administrator Pioneer in reply to Bobzzii60]

🙂 Botox is used in the UK.

What are the alternatives?

There are a number of alternatives:

• bladder training.

• medication – taken by mouth, delivered by a patch or put directly into your bladder.

• neuromodulation, where we stimulate the nerves at the base of your spine to improve your bladder symptoms.

• other forms of surgery.

Most patients will have tried bladder training and medication before we consider giving them for botulinum injections. You can discuss all these options with your doctor at your appointment.

Copied from iow.nhs.uk

[Bobzzii60 in reply to wobblybee]

Thank you x learn so.ething new every day xx

[Bobzzii60]

Hi shnookie I am 62 had brain tumours x2 not awful yet but sometimes cant get everything down so much easier for men! My right hand is paralysed and that makes it harder .never heard of Botox as a treatment

BOBZZII

[Shnookie in reply to Bobzzii60]

Sorry to hear about your situation. Thank U for your wise words. I know my uncle had a surgical procedure for a bladder issue. There R some men unfortunately, if they have their prostrates removed because of a malignant tumors who Ive heard need to wear dependsmail diapers I think U call them nappies in the U.K. but U R correct women bear the brunt of issues with menstruation and then some. Do you feel better after your surgeries ? U have a positive attitude which is great. Im here 4 U hugs Shnookie

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[Bobzzii60 in reply to Shnookie]

Ho shnookie saw oncologist today she always upsets me .it's 1 of those things tell you worst possible outcomes. When I eventually get my next MRI. Will probably be fine .I suppose they have to cover every eventuality to stop people suing them . Hope your day goes well .I am in Southeast England Kent x

[Shnookie in reply to Bobzzii60]

I live in Beverly Hills, CA on the edge of Los Angeles, CA. Fortunately, I have various options to choose from. Hugs 🤗 S

[Bobzzii60 in reply to Shnookie]

Hiya been to the states a few times but Beverley hills no chance as yet . Was going to New York October but covid put paid to that trip !!! Was to treat my son and partner as no one had been anywhere this year xx take care .California is shut at 10.pm I read on BBC tonight xxx stay safe

[Shnookie in reply to Bobzzii60]

Thank U for your good wishes. N.Y. reBroadway, Empire State Building might take a little time to recover. L.A.

goes up and down. I live by myself and have been a homebody. I just started a 15 hour a week job But it’s not remote

I follow all of the proper protocols so

hopefully things should go OK.

Stay safe. Hugs 🤗 Shnookie

[Bobzzii60 in reply to Shnookie]

Hi I have a MRI MRI Wednesday hospital full of covid so will mask up.and visor too . Hope your job is good and you stay safe too 🤗 hug from Kent near English Channel x