Urinary incontinence in elderly men and women comes out as an extremely common problem. This condition refers to the loss of control of the bladder, which leads to urinary leakage at unwanted times. People suffering from this condition get a sudden urge to urinate, which sometimes leads to the loss of urine automatically.

Urinary incontinence can be caused due to a number of reasons, such as infections, stress, injuries, diabetes etc. Still, the most common among them is the weakening of the bladder muscles, which eventually happens with age. Hence, it is important to take care of yourself if you are suffering from this condition. The following ways will help you deal with it:

        1. Consult a doctor-

In case you feel like you have these symptoms, immediately visit a doctor and start taking the prescribed medications or go for surgery after consultation.

       2. Take less stress-

As stress comes out as a major factor in supporting incontinence, try keeping your mind relaxed with calming exercises.

     3.  Reduce caffeine intake-

Caffeine can lead to bladder irritation and muscle contractions which leads to incontinence. Hence, reducing caffeine intake can help to get some relief.

    4. Keep plastic bottles and bags handy-

Always keep plastic bags and bottles handy while travelling in order to avoid sudden urination at unwanted places.

     5. Opt for acupuncture-

You can see a licensed acupuncturist in order to reduce incontinence, as acupuncture has been proven to have a significant amount of success in this purpose.

    6. Opt for Kegel exercises-

Kegel exercises flex the muscles, which stop the flow of the urine. Consult a doctor in case you feel like opting for this method.

   7. Make some dietary changes-

Cut out on alcohol, caffeine or any food items which trigger this condition, such as raw onion, tomatoes etc. Have non-acidic vegetables and fruits such as apples, bananas, coconuts, strawberries, carrots, lettuce, broccoli etc. Take the help of your doctor to form a proper diet plan.

 

To know more about Urinary incontinence and how to deal with elderly incontinence in Male and Female. Consult with Dr. Irfan Shaikh for any urological or andrological issues at Urolife Clinic, Pune.