Incontinence Care: Breaking the Silence
Incontinence is a condition that will impact many people at some stage in their lives. With the right medical help and support, it can be managed and controlled.
Unfortunately, sufferers often struggle to talk about their condition, resulting in a detrimental impact to their overall quality of life. The topic of bowel and bladder disfunction can be uncomfortable for many, which can lead to feelings of shame and embarrassment.
Social isolation is common, leading to sufferers having feelings of hopelessness and fear. The walls of shame associated with incontinence result in a reduced quality of life, decreased use of health care, stress and discrimination.
Unfortunately, due to the stigma surrounding it, incontinence doesn’t get the attention that it deserves, which only serves to perpetuate the problem.
It's time to end the loneliness of incontinence by encouraging conversation and open dialogue, so that sufferers can feel comfortable in accessing the right support.
End the stigma of incontinence for a better tomorrow.
Speak up!
Speak up about incontinence to friends, family and colleagues to remove any embarrassment from the topic . Many celebrities have also publicly shared their personal struggles with incontinence.
Seek help
Incontinence is a treatable condition with many options available. Speak to your doctor to work out a treatment plan tailored to you.
Don't stop!
Continue speaking out about incontinence and don't give up on your treatment plan. Results may not be as immediate as you'd like. Remember that the earlier you start, the sooner you'll see results!
End the Stigma
Success will mean that future generations will never experience the stigma attached to incontinence that current generations are enduring.