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Discussing bladder control with your physician can be difficult and uncomfortable. It may be easier for you to first talk to the nurse, or include on pre-exam paperwork that you would like to discuss a bladder control problem.
Be prepared to address how often you need to urinate and other symptoms you may be experiencing. You may find it helpful to keep a voiding diary* of urinary patterns for a few weeks before visiting your doctor. Symptoms you may want to discuss include:
- Frequent urination
- Uncontrollable urge to urinate
- Leakage when coughing or sneezing
- Leakage when lifting
- Getting up often at night to urinate
*Print our seven day voiding diary to keep track of your urinary patterns.
Treatment Decisions
You and your healthcare professional will need time to discuss your treatment options. Don't wait until the end of your appointment to bring up your symptoms; the doctor will need time to evaluate them or to find out if they are related to another type of condition. Don’t be afraid to ask about alternatives to medication and surgery, such as the evadri Bladder Control System.
