Dealing with bladder weakness is much simpler than many people think. By learning more about it and busting some myths around it you will see that you live a normal life after all.

The term bladder weakness is commonly related to men but women can also have it but other terms like urinary incontinence are used instead.

1. Fact or Fiction: Bladder weakness basically means you’re unclean?

Fiction. No one should have to feel damp or unclean. The most usual way to avoid this is to use a bladder weakness protection product, which ensures dryness by locking urine and odour away from the body for complete freshness and discretion.

2. Fact or Fiction: It has nothing to do with virility.

Fact. Bladder weakness in itself does not affect virility, and leakage doesn’t usually happen during sex. So, unless you’ve experienced nerve damage due to surgery or have other underlying problems, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t enjoy a full and happy sex life.

3. Fact or Fiction: If you really try, you can control it.

Fiction. No one is deliberately incontinent. There are numerous causes and types of bladder weakness, and there are protection products especially designed so that men can manage the situation and get on with their lives.

4. Fact or Fiction: No one I know has bladder weakness.

Fiction. Bladder weakness is surprisingly common, with 1 in 8 men experiencing it, so you may well know someone who has it. Perhaps they’ve just chosen to keep it to themselves and have discovered products that provide total security and discretion.

5. Fact or Fiction: Bladder weakness means you can’t drive long distances.

Fiction. With the right protection you can drive wherever and whenever you like. So rip up the map and go explore. There’s no need to worry about unexpected traffic jams or not being near a toilet.

6. Fact or Fiction: Bladder weakness is a sign of old age.

Fiction. Yes, this is false.

Millions of men experience bladder weakness at some time during their life, often when they’re under 50.

As you can see bladder weakness is more common than many people think and above all it is nothing to be ashamed off. Remember, you are not alone.

Sourced from: Tena Information Centre