As part of this month’s Continence Awareness Week two nurses are sending the message that there is no shame to incontinence, as they attempt to break down the stigma attached to the condition.

Continence advisors Helen Pursch and Elizabeth Shaw said bad continence problems will affect one in four Australians at some point in their lives, but 60% do not seek medical help.

Which is mostly due to the embarrassment factor. But often the problem can be easily fixed with a few simple life changes or by using some of the excellent products now available.

They say it is important to note that incontinence is not just a part of ageing that one must accept. There are various types of incontinence and various causes, ranging from nervousness to stress incontinence after childbirth.

The theme of Continence Awareness Week this year was carers, focusing on the impacts of those around patients with continence problems.

If you require any other incontinence help & advice or are looking for excellent products to aid your condition please visit the Allanda website.