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If you’re not sure where to start, you came to the right place. There’s a lot of information out there on LBL, and we know it can be a bit overwhelming. Here are a few simple questions that can point you to some conversations you might find helpful.
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Marilyn, the community manager, says...
TIP: It’s a good idea to get informed on any issues with your body…and this is a great place to learn about LBL and connect with other women like you. We’ll do our best to get your questions answered.
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TIP: There are a lot of different causes for LBL, and your situation plays a role in figuring out which might be causing yours.
Tell us a little about yourself. Which best describes you?
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TIP: Increasing your activity can help LBL in a number of ways. Lowering your BMI can help relieve stress on your bladder. There are also exercises you can try to directly strengthen your bladder control, like doing daily Kegel exercises.
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4 Marilyn, the community manager, says...
TIP: Understanding your triggers can help you get a handle on your LBL, and also help your doctor decide the best treatment.
What triggers your leaks?
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TIP: LBL can be worrisome when it’s new to you. Fortunately, when treated correctly, and with the right products, you can confront LBL and banish your fears. It’s much more stressful to ignore it.
What concerns you most about LBL?
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TIP:A majority of women use pads designed for periods to help control their LBL, but this is a makeshift solution not much better than toilet paper. They are not made to absorb that kind of liquid and do not help with things like odor. A product like Poise works much better.
If you do experience LBL, what do you currently use as protection?
Learn about LBL
women has LBL—what is it?
It stands for Light Bladder Leakage, and it affects about 40 million women. That means you can expect a third of your friends to know what you’re going through. Sometimes little leaks just happen. But Poise® can help you manage leaks easily and discreetly, so those little leaks are no big deal.
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LBL and Menopause
So, you’re having night sweats, hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and on top of all that – you leak. Welcome to menopause. Menopause is that time in life when your periods diminish and eventually come to a stop. The transition affects every woman differently. Your passage may be smooth sailing, or you may experience any number of symptoms in varying degrees.
- LBL and Pregnancy Congratulations! You’re pregnant. It’s an exciting time in life. Along with the joy and anticipation of bringing a baby into the world, you may find that pregnancy includes some unwelcome experiences like morning sickness, stretch marks, or LBL (light bladder leakage.) We asked urogynocogist Robert A. Starr, MD from Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, MI to shed some light on LBL during and after pregnancy. ... read »
- Managing Bladder Leaks at Work Bladder leaks can be challenging, especially in the workplace. You may find it difficult to sit through long meetings because you frequently feel the need to go to the restroom. Perhaps you feel anxious, wondering if your boss has noticed how often you visit the bathroom each day. You might even wonder if your coworkers have noticed and are talking about it. So, it's no wonder you might feel stressed not only from experiencing little bladder leaks, but also from the toll it may be taking on your ability to do your job. ... read »
- Water Works… When you drink the right amount each day. The key is figuring out how much you really need. ... read »
- What You Eat Matters You know that eating well can be good for your health. But did you realize that the right foods and drinks can help you have a healthy bladder, too? Here you’ll get important tips on what foods to enjoy—and what foods to avoid—for optimal bladder health. ... read »
- Keeping a Voiding Diary If you suffer from urge incontinence, you're familiar with this problem: You're hit by a strong, sudden need to urinate-sort of like going from green light to red light with no yellow light in between. The urge is usually followed immediately by a bladder contraction and involuntary urine leakage. ... read »
- Take a Vacation from Bladder Concerns You may be looking forward to your upcoming vacation but are also worried that your bladder issues could flare up while you are there. The good news is that you don’t need to be afraid. The experts say that there are some easy steps you can take to ensure you have a great time away from home. ... read »
- The LBL Treatment Spectrum When it comes to treating bladder leakage, women have a wide range of options, from exercises to devices to surgery. Which choice is best for you? It really depends on your personal preferences, how much time, effort, and money you are willing to spend, and which options best fit your lifestyle. ... read »
- How To Kegel Kegel exercises can help relieve your bladder weakness problems. Find out how to do them the right way. ... read »
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