How do you cope with Overactive Bladder/Urge incontinence?

If he is actually getting up to void in the night, you might want to place a portable commode right next to the bed so that he doesn't have to walk anywhere. If you're concerned about him getting out of bed alone there are sensor mats to place underneath which sound if he gets up. Without going to actual bedrails, some people place long body pillows under the sheets on either side of the patient which makes it harder for them to get out of bed. You can also use a floor fall pad but in my experience, that can actually lead to more falls, depending on the person. Feel free to email me at ldrlaw@aol.com Vicki

My mothers doctor has concerns about giving her bladder Botox since she is 100 years old and has constant UTI ‘s and incontinance. She only takes a small amount of high blood pressure meds, Tylenol for arthritis pain. She is disturbed about the constant urge. We realize it’s a temporary cure. Is it worth it to try?

I am 65 and have been having problems with holding my urine for at least 5 years. I hate wearing diapers but I have to. I cough, try to exercise, or just laugh and it just releases. Just found out I have lung cancer so I don’t really have time to deal with ob/gyn appointments right now but am looking for advice. I had a hysterectomy when I was 36

I know lung cancer is difficult to deal with… it has run rampant in my family. Please do take the time to take care of your whole body… make an appointment with a urogynecology. I can also suggest Kegel exercises. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/womens-health/in-depth/kegel-exercises/art-20045283 . You might want to look into other pelvic exercises too. I have had urinary incontinence. The Kegel exercises do help. If the cause of the leakage is bladder prolapse there is a pessary to help with that.

Meanwhile I can suggest these pull-ups that made life much easier for my mom. .. and me as her caregiver. They held all of her urine overnight. Mom said they were comfortable. They can be torn on the sides for removal if needed. They have some that hold less for daytime wear. She wore them during the day sometimes. .. like when it would be a several hour doctor trip.
https://www.carewell.com/product/abena-abri-flex-pull-up-underwear-3-ultra-heavy/ . Amazon used to be the cheapest on them .. but things can change.

I will have you in my prayers throughout your cancer journey.

ZeeGee

@grandmasheri incontinence can be awful, can’t it. I’ve suffered from stress incontinence for several years, now, all brought on by an autoimmune disease that attacked my brain. I finally found some washable/reusable underwear that has totally saved the day! The name is KNIX, but there are several manufacturers. Expensive, yes, but i found that mine have lasted for several years. Just google ‘washable incontinence underwear.’
And try to learn some kegel exercises. YouTube must have them!
Please let me know how you do!

Thank you