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Alcohol again is a diuretic which can worsen the symptoms of incontinence by further irritating the bladder.
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Caffeine causes the kidneys to increase the production of urine (diuretic effect) so your urinary bladder will fill up quickly and you will feel the urge to urinate more frequently. Caffeine also irritates the bladder and induces more contractions which makes you feel an urgent need to go to the bathroom. If you just can’t do without tea or coffee then at least reduce the intake to 2 cups in a day. Also, it’s best to avoid drinking caffeinated beverages in the evening.
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Digestive problems like constipation and diarrhea can increase the strain the pelvic muscles and irritate the bladder. Get them treated instantly. Eat healthy fibre rich food to treat digestive problems.
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Some of you might be suffering from unintended urine leakage (urinary incontinence) silently because you feel too embarrassed to share it with anyone. You are not alone. It’s estimated that on an average women suffering from incontinence wait for almost 8 years before seeking medical help. But, why to wait if you can live an incontinence-free life by making minor changes in your lifestyle? Here are a few effective ways to put an end to your battle with leakage problems.
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Urinary incontinence is common in overweight and obese women. Obesity tends to weaken the pelvic floor muscles and can exert pressure on your urinary bladder causing leakage. Losing weight reduces the pressure, and in most obese women who lost weight, the symptoms have improved significantly. Here are a simple guide on weight loss
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Kegel exercise help to strengthen your sphincter muscles and are effective in treating incontinence issues. The easiest exercise is to squeeze your pelvic muscles tightly and then relax. Repeat this at least 5 times as fast as you can. Relax for 5-10 seconds, and then do it again.
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A few drugs like antihistamines, beta-blockers, metoprolol can cause incomplete emptying of bladder (overflow incontinence). Drugs like furosemide may increase urinary output. Read the warning labels carefully before taking medicines. It’s better to inform your doctor about your incontinence problem if you’re prescribed these medications.
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Ensure that you empty your bladder completely every time you urinate, especially before going to bed. Holding urine back can cause leakage at nights.
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People generally have the tendency to avoid drinking water in order to cut down the number of visits to the bathroom. But, if you have incontinence this habit can actually worsen your symptoms. By drinking less water, your urine will become concentrated which again will aggravate your bladder. It can also lead to constipation. Drink water in moderation; about 5-8 glasses every day. Again if you have incontinence drinking too much water is also not good. This can pressurize your bladder and make it more difficult for you to hold urine. Here are some health benefits of water .
