Male Incontinence
Did you know around 3.4 million med in the United States suffer from urinary incontinence? Even though women are about three times more likely than men to experience urinary incontinence, 25% of men have it as well.
A man's prostate will start to enlarge after the age of 40. When this happens it compresses the urethra and can cause incontinence.
The urinary system is composed of two kidneys, two ureters, a bladder, and a urethra.
- Kidneys - Remove waste products from the blood and continuously produce urine
- Ureters- Move urine from the kidneys to the bladder
- Bladder- Stores the urine
- Urethra- Carries the urine from the bladder out of the body. The Sphincter- Controls the activity of the urethra. It is not part of the urinary system but it does play a role in incontinence.
90% of men experience symptoms of incontinence after the age of 70.
What are the different types of incontinence?
- Stress incontinence
- Urge incontinence
- Mixed incontinence
- Overflow incontinence
- Reflex incontinence
- Incontinence from surgery
What are the first signs of incontinence?
- Leaking urine when coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercising
- Experiencing sudden, uncontrollable urges to urinate
- Frequent urination
- Waking up several times at night to urinate
- Urinating during sleep
Common causes of male incontinence?
- Prostatitis-a painful inflammation of the prostate gland.
- Injury or damage to nerves or muscles from surgery
- Prostate cancer
What are the different types of incontinence products for men?
- Penile Sheaths
- Condom catheter
- Uridomes
- External catheters
- Diaper
- Underwear
- Pads & Liners
- Cleansing Wipes
- Booster Pads/ Doublers
- Bedding Protection
- Waterproof Covers
- Disposal Bags
What are the most common types of male incontinence products?
- Shields
- Guards
- Underware
- Liners
- Diapers
- Pull-ups
Are there medical procedures that help fix female urinary incontinence?
The type of operation recommended depends on the type of your incontinence.
- Sling Procedures
- Artificial urinary sphincter (AUS)
Can I get disability for incontinence?
Incontinence can impact your ability to work. You may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Long Term Disability (LTD) benefits. For more information contact your insurance provider.