That very annoying sneeze/cough ------------

6 years ago

Didn't want to get too graphic in the title, but some of you may know what I am talking about.

I have had this issue for a while now. I realize there are two
different things - overactive bladder and the stress/sneeze/cough
leakage. I believe I have the latter. I did look in the archives and
this was briefly discussed about 5 years ago.

Yesterday, we went to an event. I was careful not to drink anything
for several hours before we left. We were walking for about three hours
and while I stopped along the way to use the facilities, all was okay
until I got the hiccups, stopped for a swig of water and it went "down
the wrong pipe", I started coughing - and some of you may know the rest
of the story. Good thing it was dark!! So I have had enough --- don't
want to spend the rest of my days in diapers.

I saw my primary last week and she wants me to see a urologist just
to make sure nothing else is going on. This is good advice and I want
to consider it -- but first want to see if this is something I can
control. In the archives, someone mentioned HRT. She wants me on a low
dose of that - bone density is showing a slide (still thinking) -----
that may help. Someone also mentioned Pomegranate juice. I have been
reading a lot and of course, there are so many theories out there. If
anyone else is experiencing or has experience this issue and is willing
to share thoughts, I would greatly appreciate it.

Thank you.

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nannygoat18

6 years ago

This is a non-surgical approach that has been very effective (per my urologist) with no side effects and long-lasting relief.

https://simonfoundation.org/ptns/

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lisaw2015 (ME)
6 years ago
Following, same here
blfenton
6 years ago
maybe doing Kegel exercises? Although I don't know how much they would help with leakage from explosive sneezes or coughs. But they are probably a good idea to do for all of us.

We can even do them sitting at the computer.
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sheesh
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Yes, Kegels. They've worked wonders for me for 25 years.
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Annie Deighnaugh
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Kegels are really helpful. I do them like doing the rosary: 10 quick squeezes and then 1 "elevator" where you squeeze all the way up to the top, repeat 10 times. The hardest part is remembering to do them!

But if you're in any position where you think it might be an issue, put in a pad designed for the purpose (teva, poise...). They make very small, unobtrusive and very absorbent ones that are great for the unexpected sneeze/cough/laugh or dribble. I wear a pad on a long hike just in case as I'm not a fan of dropping drawers even alone in the woods as murphy's law says that's when someone will come along.

If you have urgency issues which is different from stress issues, they do make drugs that will help that.
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carolb_w_fl_coastal_9b
6 years ago
FWIW, you might try an estrogen cream that targets the problem areas w/o having to take a pill & dose your whole body w/ a higher amount.

& they are making mini pads nowadays that are highly absorbent. That's what my 87 yr old mom uses...
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cyn427 (z. 7, N. VA)
6 years ago
Kegels strengthen your pelvic floor. Start doing them...and wear on of those new, absorbent mini-pads until the Kegels make them unnecessary.
anele_gw
6 years ago
No idea if this works but it’s free. There’s a paid program too. http://www.coreexercisesolutions.com/pelvic-floor-challenge-sign-up/
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Yayagal
6 years ago
Two of my sisters had the surgery done, they're very pleased.
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jojoco
6 years ago
I feel your pain. When I started doing cross fit, I used to have to run to the bathroom between jump rope sets Or squats, or jogging. It was a huge problem. Then I discovered a product called Poise Impresa. It’s similar to a tampon, but acts differently. I can do an hour on the treadmill, or sneeze, laugh, no issues whatsoever.

I have to warn you, though. There are some negative reviews about the product that make it sound scary. I’ve never had any of those complaints and I heartily recommend it.

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carolb_w_fl_coastal_9b
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Thought of this conversation today when I saw & read this article in the latest Parents magazine. Some good info, including kegel exercises aren't always the answer...

http://www.parents.com/parenting/moms/healthy-mom/strategies-to-strengthen-your-pelvic-floor/
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gsciencechick
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nannygoat, thanks for writing about that. I have a student who has gone on to physical therapy who did that at a recent job. They also did behavior training and biofeedback that that particular PT clinic.
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