Functional Incontinence Treatment in Covington, LA

What is Functional Incontinence?

There are many different types of urinary incontinence. Most forms of urinary incontinence are the result of other urinary, muscular, or neurological conditions, but this is not the case for functional incontinence. Functional incontinence is recognized as a situation in which physical barriers or mental disabilities prevent an individual from being able to make it to the restroom in time to properly urinate. This can be a result of not knowing where to find a toilet or not knowing how to get into a suitable position for urination.

The board-certified urologists at Louisiana Healthcare Associates provide comprehensive treatment options for functional incontinence at our urology clinic in Covington. Learn about how we treat functional incontinence and call us at (985) 892-6811 to schedule your consultation today.

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Our urologists are dedicated to providing exceptional urologic care to patients throughout the Covington area including Slidell, Hammond, Madisonville, Sun, Bogalusa, and Ponchatoula. The board-certified urologists at Louisiana Healthcare Associates specialize in the vasectomy procedure for male sterilization at our urology clinic in Covington, LA.

Causes of Functional Incontinence

There are several possible reasons as to why a person may suffer from functional incontinence. Some of the most common causes are:

  • Psychological difficulties
  • Cognitive issues such as dementia or an intellectual disability
  • Poor vision
  • Environmental barriers to using the restroom
  • Muscular or neurological limitations caused by another medical condition such as arthritis

Diagnosing Functional Incontinence

The diagnosis of functional incontinence usually involves a consultation with a urology specialist. During this consultation, the specialist will ask you many questions about your current health and daily habits that may be contributing to your functional incontinence. They are also likely to perform simple tests such as a urinalysis.

Treatment for Functional Incontinence in Covington, LA

There is no way to prevent functional incontinence from developing, but there are several ways in which an individual can manage their symptoms to improve their overall quality of life. These symptom management methods include:

  • Improve bladder control:
    • Limit caffeine and alcohol consumption
    • Avoid tomatoes, apples, citrus fruits and spicy foods
    • Reduce consumption of artificial sweeteners and corn syrup
    • Exercise your pelvic floor muscles (kegels)
  • Visit the bathroom at the first sign of an urge to urinate
  • Install extra lighting in your home to improve visibility

Schedule an Appointment for Functional Incontinence Treatment in Covington, LA

It is important to consult your physician about functional incontinence in order to find the right solution for you. If you would like more information from our urology specialist at Louisiana Healthcare Associates, please call (985) 892-6811 to set up an appointment at our local urology clinic. We also accept appointment requests online via our secure form.

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