How can bladder control be disrupted - Female

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Urinary System Challenges and Intermittent Catheterization

This video explores some of the challenges that can affect the female urinary system, such as overactive bladder, weakened bladder muscles, and urinary retention. It explains how these issues can prevent a woman's bladder from emptying properly and the problems that can arise as a result. The good news is that intermittent self catheterisation (ISC) can be a simple and effective solution for managing these challenges. ISC can help women to ensure complete bladder emptying, reducing the risk of complications and promoting overall urinary health.

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Explanation of why the urinary system might not be working properly. Sometimes the urinary system can face challenges and these issues can be temporary or lifelong, depending on your specific situation. One common concern is overactive bladder, where the bladder muscle contracts involuntarily causing a frequent urge to pee without completely emptying the bladder. On the other hand, weakened bladder muscles or damage to the urethra can lead to retention.

In some cases, individuals may experience a combination of incontinence and retention, especially those with conditions like multiple sclerosis, spina bifida, or spinal cord injury. This can result in residual urine in the bladder, leading to infections and leakage. If the bladder doesn't empty properly, it may become too full, risking back up into the kidneys. A serious issue.

The good news is that intermittent catheterization IC can be a simple and effective solution for managing these challenges. Whether the issues are mild or more severe, it provides a way to ensure proper bladder emptying, reducing the risk of complications and promoting overall well-being.

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