Bladder and bowel problems
A stroke often causes problems with bladder and bowel control. These usually improve in the early weeks after the stroke, but around a third of stroke survivors may have longer term difficulties.Continence problems after a stroke can be caused by damage to areas of the brain due to stroke, as well as side effects of medication, constipation, and not being able to ask for the toilet due to communication problems. Treatments can include bladder and bowel training, pelvic floor exercises, eating more fibre, and medication including laxatives. This guide also looks at practical solutions to many day-to-day problems to help you live well with incontinence.
Bladder and bowel problems after stroke
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Our Stroke Helpline Team share some practical guidance on how to manage continence issues.
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Incontinence after stroke: a few practical tips
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Bladder and bowel problems after stroke
Women and stroke
This page looks at some of the issues affecting women of all ages after a stroke. If you are transgender or non-binary, some of this information might be relevant to you too. Find out more about health conditions and medication linked to stroke in women, plus tips for healthy living.
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Every month, we collect stories in the news about stroke. This month we look back on some exciting medical news and the stories of two stroke survivors who had very different experiences with support.
Young stroke survivors
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