Natural Treatment for Urinary Incontinence

Table of Contents

What is urinary Incontinence?
What causes urinary incontinence?
What are my treatment options for urinary incontinence?
The most effective way to treat urinary incontinence

What is urinary incontinence?

When you accidentally urinate while coughing, laughing, sneezing, running, or even just standing in line at the grocery store, you're experiencing urinary incontinence. The difficulty of controlling your bladder is not uncommon! More than 50% of women are struggling with urinary incontinence. Yet, you are all left to wear pads 24/7 or offered ineffective treatment options.

Some women might have a few small leaks every now and then, while others might have more frequent and larger leaks of urine.There are several types of urinary incontinence. Stress and urge incontinence are the two that we often discuss with women.

What causes urinary incontinence?

Urinary incontinence may result from daily habits, underlying medical issues, or physical problems. A comprehensive assessment by our providers can help identify the specific cause of your incontinence. Women typically experience urinary incontinence in two primary ways.

● Temporary urinary incontinence
● Persistent urinary incontinence
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Temporary incontinence may occur due to the consumption of specific beverages, foods, or medications that act as stimulants, prompting your bladder to empty more frequently and producing an unusually large volume of urine. Some of these items include:

● Alcohol
● Caffeine
● Carbonated drinks
● Artificial sweeteners
● Chocolate
● Chili peppers
● Spicy, sugary, or citrus/acidic foods
● Heart and blood medications
● Sedatives and muscle relaxants
● Large quantities of vitamin C
● Persistent urinary incontinence

Persistent urinary incontinence may result from underlying physical problems or changes, such as:

● Pregnancy
● Childbirth
● Changes with age
● Menopause
● Enlarged prostate
● Prostate cancer
● Neurological disorders

What are my treatment options for urinary incontinence?

There are over 20 prescription medications available to treat urinary incontinence. Several of the medications can cause your body to be dehydrated or make you drowsy. At Epiphany Women’s Health, we do NOT recommend using medications for urinary incontinence. There is a far more effective treatment option that does not involve the risk or symptoms that can be caused by medication taken for urinary incontinence.

How to naturally treat (or cure) urinary incontinence:

● Pelvic Floor Exercises
● Fluid Management
● Lifestyle Changes
● Bladder Training

Healthy habits to help with urinary incontinence:
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● Lose extra weight
● Eat more fiber
● Watch your diet

Devices used to treat urinary incontinence in women:

● Vaginal Pessary
● Urethral Inserts

Surgery and procedures to treat urinary incontinence

● Sling Procedure
● Injectable Bulking Agents
● Retropubic Colposuspension
● Inflatable Artificial Sphincter

Best treatment option for urinary incontinence

Though these are all great ways to help decrease some incontinence, most women do not find them fully effective. The most effective way to treat urinary incontinence is with a natural remedy that we offer at Epiphany Women’s Health.

We use a s that has been used for decades to increase blood flow to encourage new tissue growth, which means the tissue around the pee tube will be stronger and capable of retaining urine (no leaks!) This remedy is completely natural, with no fillers or stabilizers. And the best way to learn more about it is to come in and discuss this tailored treatment with one of our nurse practitioners who is trained and certified to administer it.

Next steps to treat urinary incontinence

If you find it uncomfortable to talk about incontinence, remember that more than 50% of women are struggling with urinary incontinence. You’re not alone. When you’re at Epiphany Women’s Health, you’re in a judgment-free zone. We are conveniently located in Peoria, IL, here to get you back on top of your game and living your best life. No more peeing your pants!

If you’re ready to take the first step toward treating urinary incontinence, please call us, or book an appointment online with one of our female nurse practitioners.