July 17, 20171
It’s hard being a woman, right? Going to your primary care provider you learn about which screenings you need and when, which vaccinations should be updated, breast health, cholesterol, etc. But unless you bring it up, you are not usually screened for the common condition of urinary incontinence. Do you have problems with urine leakage? About one in every three women over the age of 45 do. Discuss urinary incontinence with your provider. It is common and can be distressing, but it is treatable with more than just damage-control pads for protection. Don’t be embarrassed, seek help. (more…)
