Learning about bladder weakness can help you manage it better. You’ll also learn that there’s a lot of misunderstandings and myths about bladder weakness. For example, you probably didn’t realise just how common it is. We listed 6 of the most common facts and myths so you have a better understanding of bladder weakness and how common it is and how it can easily be managed.

Bladder weakness basically means you’re unclean

This is a myth. 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.

It has nothing to do with virility

Actually, this is true. 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.

No one I know has bladder weakness

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.

If you really try, you can control it

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

Bladder weakness means you can’t drive long distances

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.

Bladder weakness is a sign of old age

Another myth about male incontinence - just like women, millions of men experience bladder weakness at some time during their life, often when they’re under 50.

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