Stress Incontinence Treatment
Suffering from incontinence doesn't have to ruin your life.
If you are suffering from urinary or fecal incontinence, you may think that there isn't anything you can do besides taking medication that may have unwanted side effects; however, there are other treatment options.
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You are not alone.
Did you know that stress urinary incontinence is a common condition that affects 1 in 3 women at some point in their lives? In fact, in the US, more feminine pads are used for incontinence than for menstruation.
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Dealing with stress urinary incontinence can be frustrating, struggling with embarrassing bladder leaks; but luckily, there is a treatment option available to help you regain control.
What is stress urinary incontinence?
SUI is when urine leaks out during moments of physical activity that increase abdominal pressure such as coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercise.
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This condition is caused by a weakness of the pelvic floor muscles, which usually tends to happen as we get older, with pregnancy and with certain pelvic floor conditions.
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Are you concerned about having major surgery?
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Are you worried about using a mesh sling?
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Do you have leakage when you cough, sneeze, or laugh?
Bulkamid
Bulkamid is a urethral bulking agent that physicians use to treat stress urinary incontinence (SUI). This is the preferred method for women suffering from SUI.
There are many benefits to this treatment as opposed to others, including a mesh sling.
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Safe and Effective: 92 % of women report improved symptoms and relief following treatment.
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Simple Procedure: Bulkamid injections take place over 10-15 minutes in an outpatient setting under local anesthesia.
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Long-lasting Relief: The procedure is clinically proven to deliver symptom relief for up to seven years.
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Designed for Comfort: It is a soft, water-based gel that can be used to restore the natural closing of the urethra.
Say Goodbye to Bladder Leaks
Dealing with stress urinary incontinence can be frustrating, struggling with embarrassing bladder leaks; but luckily, there is a treatment option available to help you regain control.
Take the first step to getting your life back. Schedule an appointment today with Dr. Lawrence Hatchett.