Best Oabs Podcasts (2026)

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You DON'T have to leak after prostate cancer treatment 34:59

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14h ago34:59

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In this episode, Dr. Eric Rovner addresses a common fear that men have about prostate cancer treatment: incontinence. Drawing on his clinical experience, Dr. Rovner explains that treatment does not automatically mean a lifetime of bladder leakage. In fact, only a small percentage of patients experience long-lasting symptoms. He discusses why tempor…

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Managing Incontinence After Radiation Treatment for Prostate Cancer 25:52

1d ago25:52

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With all there is to think about when getting treated for prostate cancer, the idea of incontinence might not be high on your list. But if you're undergoing radiation or surgery, there's a good chance it will be. Incontinence is remarkably common for men following these treatments, but there are things you can do to manage your symptoms and return …

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How to be an effective caregiver for your loved one - and for yourself 38:57

2M ago38:57

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Caregiving for someone with incontinence can be challenging, demanding and frustrating at times - but it can also be an expression of love and an opportunity to strengthen a bond with someone you care deeply about. Today's guest is Michele Mongillo, who recently authored Caring with Dignity: A Caregiver's Guide to Incontinence. Michele is Senior Cl…

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The hidden side of incontinence: Mental health challenges 32:05

2M ago32:05

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When most people think about the symptoms of incontinence, they think about physical things like urgency and leaks. But what's every bit as real - and every bit as troubling - are the mental health symptoms that so many patients live with. Incontinence is significantly associated with depression, anxiety and other mental issues, and addressing them…

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Caring for the caregivers 37:49

3M ago37:49

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One of the things that doesn't get enough attention when it comes to living with incontinence is caregiving. Those who assist their loved ones managing their symptoms - the emotional ones as well as the physical ones - often don't get the support they need, and that can take a tremendous toll on their own wellbeing. Today's guest is Lori Mika, a ce…

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The life of a product tester for absorbent garments 18:35

3M ago18:35

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Most of us never give a second thought to all the research, technology and testing that go into the products we use every day - even ordinary-seeming ones like protective garments for incontinence. But behind every successful product there's an enormous amount of ingenuity and persistence, and nobody knows that better than Gary Bauer. He's a patien…

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Overactive Bladder in Men 27:40

4M ago27:40

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Despite being incredibly common, Overactive Bladder is something that isn't talked about nearly enough, and that's especially true when it comes to men. Today's guest is Dr. Bradley Gill, chief of surgery at Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest and Mentor Hospitals and a board-certified urologist, and he's here to help us understand about the unique ways it …

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UTIs, Incontinence and Menopause - More of a Connection than You Might Realize 8:38

4M ago8:38

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Do you have pain or burning when you pee? If so, you might have a urinary tract infection. They're remarkably common. About 50% of women will develop one in their lifetime, and they get even more common as women get older and go through menopause. If you're one of the 50% unlucky enough to come down with a UTI, this podcast is for you... For more i…

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Bladder Cancer in the News - What You Need to Know 18:20

4M ago18:20

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With the recent announcement by Deion Sanders, hall of fame NFL player and current head coach for the University of Colorado Buffaloes, that he is undergoing treatment for bladder cancer, we've been seeing a significant increase in interest about the disease. Today's guest is Dr. Bradley Gill, chief of surgery at Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest and Ment…

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The Ins-and-Outs of OAB 29:54

5M ago29:54

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When is that sudden urge to go so bad that you should seek out medical help? How can I tell the difference between a UTI and OAB? How much water should I be drinking every day? Can a woman actually visit a urologist? These are some of the important questions that we address with today's guest, Dr. Raveen Syan. She's an associate professor of clinic…

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Don't Push When You Pee! 6:19

6M ago6:19

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We've all been there. The baby's crying upstairs, so you need to speed up your bathroom visit to get to her quickly. You're racing to your next meeting, and you only have a minute to stop for the bathroom. You're late for your doctor's appointment, but you just need to make a pit stop before you leave. Sometimes having to pee gets in the way of our…

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How do I know if it's OAB? 26:56

6M ago26:56

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There are so many different incontinence conditions out there, it's easy to get confused about what you may be dealing with. Today's guest is Dr. Jeffrey Frankel, a renowned medical advisor known for his expertise in urology, to help make sense of what your symptoms may be telling you. For more information about the National Association for Contine…

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What is happening to my body?! Pelvic Organ Prolapse explained... 53:13

6M ago53:13

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When Sherrie Palm noticed something unusual going on down there, she had no idea the path her life was about to take - but her diagnosis of pelvic organ prolapse set her on a journey to become an author, internationally recognized speaker, authority on pelvic health and founder of APOPS, the Association for Pelvic Organ Prolapse Support. Listen to …

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Stop the Leaks! Improving Health through Better Incontinence Care at Home 37:18

7M ago37:18

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Incontinence can be challenging for almost anyone, and it can be particularly difficult for frail, older patients as well as those on Medicare and Medicaid. Today's guests are here to let you know that it doesn't have to be. They're here to give us a sneak peek into a soon-to-be-published study that patients, physicians and caregivers can all take …

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SUI isn't a life sentence - effective, innovative treatments are here now 30:23

7M ago30:23

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If you've had enough of leaking when you laugh or cough or sneeze, if you've spent enough on pads and products to help keep you dry, and if you're tired of just managing your condition rather than seeing real improvements, we have good news for you: Stress urinary incontinence can be treated. Today's guest is Gloria Kolb, founder and CEO of Elidah,…

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Women spend almost half their lives post menopause. Why is it still so misunderstood? 37:16

7M ago37:16

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Menopause is something that every woman will have to contend with - and nowadays, women spend 40% or more of their lives following the transition. You'd think that something that's so common would be better understood. Unfortunately, there are still an enormous number of misconceptions about menopause - what it is, what to expect, how to treat it a…

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What we can learn from President Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis 8:26

8M ago8:26

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With the recent announcement that former President Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, we've been hearing a lot of questions from our listeners about things like Gleason scores, hormone sensitivity and more. On today's episode, we're going to address those questions to give you a better understanding of the condition, how it's treated an…

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A little nerve could be all it takes to stop your leaks... 18:50

8M ago18:50

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If you think that your only hope for treating overactive bladder is to focus on your pelvic floor muscles, you may be overlooking a different type of approach that's been proven successful for hundreds of thousands of patients: Nerve stimulation. It turns out that certain nerves play a critical role in bladder function, and there are devices that c…

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Treating incontinence following prostate surgery 23:08

9M ago23:08

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One thing that a lot of men who are facing prostate surgery often don't realize is that once the procedure is done, you're almost certain to experience bladder leaks. For most men, those leaks resolve after a few weeks or months, but for some, they can persist for years. The good news is that there are things you can do to improve your chances for …

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Caring for your skin when living with incontinence 40:09

9M ago40:09

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Anyone who lives with incontinence knows that leakage isn't just embarrassing or uncomfortable - it can create skin issues that range from simply irritating to genuinely endangering. Today's guest is Kolo Wilkinson, Clinical Nurse Lead with Tranquility Incontinence Products, and she shares with us advice and insight on how to best care for your ski…

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Introducing We Count, NAFC's ambitious new campaign to help women with incontinence 19:32

10M ago19:32

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Did you realize that half of all women will experience incontinence? Or that more people have incontinence than either diabetes or heart disease? As alarming as those figures are, incontinence is still something that too few people are willing to talk about, and the end result is that millions suffer in silence - often for years and years - even th…

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Postpartum Incontinence 38:38

11M ago38:38

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When most people think about changing diapers in the months after giving birth, they're probably thinking about their newborn. But a surprising number of women find themselves thinking about adult diapers, too. That's because most women experience incontinence to one degree or another following delivery. A new survey by Aeroflow Urology found that …

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Physical therapy does a lot more than you might expect 27:48

1y ago27:48

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If you thought that physical therapists only worked on muscle groups, you're missing a big part of the picture. Today's guest is Laura Keyser, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Director of Clinical Strategy and Global Health for Axena Health. She explains how a PT can help you not just with exercises - though they're incredibly effective there - but…

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Getting the conversation going about bladder health... 30:50

1y ago30:50

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Imagine a disease more common than diabetes and Alzheimer's combined, but that's so taboo nobody even wants to discuss it. That's incontinence, and it's about time we get past the embarrassment and start feeling comfortable speaking up. It's why November has been dedicated as National Bladder Health Awareness Month, to reduce the stigma associated …

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"Do I tell somebody before a first date that I pee myself?" One patient's surprising journey to drier days. 39:14

1y ago39:14

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There's a misconception out there that incontinence is usually something that happens as you get older. Hannah is here to tell us that it's something that can happen at any age. She shares her story about how she developed severe overactive bladder after a surgery in her early 30s, how it nearly derailed her career, and how she finally found relief…

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From Zero Control to Total Control - How One Patient Overcame Bowel Incontinence 31:40

1y ago31:40

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Imagine being a 35-year-old woman who suddenly develops bowel and bladder incontinence following childbirth - incontinence so difficult to treat that even a major surgery fails to deliver lasting, meaningful relief. That's the situation today's guest, Hope, found herself in - that is, until she discovered a simple procedure that changed her life co…

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How Pat overcame her leaks - One patient's success story 19:08

1+ y ago19:08

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Too many patients suffering from leaks think that they're sentenced to struggle with their condition for the rest of their lives. That couldn't be further from the truth. Today's guest is Pat, and she shares her story about how he finally had enough with trying to manage her problems and found a solution that made an incredible, immediate differenc…

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All About IBD 14:10

1+ y ago14:10

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In today's episode of Life Without Leaks, we discuss Inflammatory Bowel Disease, or IBD. You'll get a detailed overview of the condition and the treatment options available to you, including lifestyle modifications, medications and surgery. For more information about the condition, visit the National Association for Continence's page on IBD by clic…

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Feeling comfortable talking to your doctor about bowel incontinence 12:59

1+ y ago12:59

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Bowel incontinence is a condition that may be more life limiting than almost any other form of incontinence, but to most of us, it's so embarrassing that we'd rather suffer than discuss it with a doctor. Today's guest is Dr. Cary Fishburne, a double-board-certified urogynecologist and specialist in female pelvic health, and he's here to reassure us…

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A Holistic Approach to Pelvic Health 23:53

1+ y ago23:53

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Brianne Grogan - also known as Dr. Bri - is one of the brightest stars in the world of pelvic health, with hundreds of thousands of followers on YouTube and countless visitors to her website. She's earned such a passionate group of fans because of the warm and welcoming way she helps patients overcome their challenges through movement, nutrition an…

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Debunking myths about incontinence and urology 11:11

1+ y ago11:11

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Incontinence is such a taboo subject that, for many patients, it's more shrouded in mythology and mystery than almost any other condition. There's nothing to be afraid of! Today's guest is Dr. Kathleen Kobashi, chair of the Department of Urology at Houston Methodist Hospital and a specialist in women's health and bladder control issues, and she she…

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What's the difference between a UTI, a kidney infection and kidney stones? 7:11

1+ y ago7:11

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It's easy to think that all UTIs are the same - lousy and uncomfortable. But those symptoms you're experiencing might not be a UTI, and understanding what to look for can help you find the right treatment right away. Listen now to learn more! For even more information about UTIs, visit the National Association for Continence's page on UTIs by click…

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The Diaper Need is Real, and You Can Help 24:07

1+ y ago24:07

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It's hard to believe, but nearly half of all people who need adult diapers are able to afford them. That's a problem nobody in America should have. Aleece Fosnight, a board-certified physician assistant specializing in incontinence conditions and a medical advisor for Aeroflow Urology, tells us more about the diaper gap and what can be done about i…

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Who is the most important member of your care team? 43:42

1+ y ago43:42

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A lot of us can be intimidated by doctors, especially when it comes to talking about somethign as personal as incontinence. Today's guest is here to tell us that there's nothing to worry about. Shavya Kovela is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and the Clinicial Education Manager for Flyte Therapy, and she has some illuminating and encouraging insights …

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Why is everybody talking about gut health lately? 40:17

1+ y ago40:17

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You've probably seen commercials talking about gut health, probiotics, prebiotics and all sorts of other things that are somehow related to your digestive system, but do you know what any of that actually is or why a healthy gut is so important? Today's guest is Donna Monthei, a registered dietitian and gut health expert with EverVital Nutrition, a…

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Something all men eventually face... 24:48

1+ y ago24:48

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Mike Leventhal is straight up when he explains that there are three things all men eventually face: death, taxes and an enlarged prostate. He should know - as the Executive Director for the Tennessee affiliate of Men's Health Network, Mike has spent his career helping men improve their physical and mental well being. Today he talks with us about ca…

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The essential guide to understanding - and treating - IBD 44:58

1+ y ago44:58

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease can be an incredible burden to bear - painful, embarrassing, isolating and, for many patients, as difficult to deal with mentally as it is to manage physically. Today's guest is Dr. Erin Forster, a gastroenterologist from the Medical University of South Carolina, and she's here to let you know that it doesn't have to be t…

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An amazing new product to treat Overactive Bladder 24:24

1+ y ago24:24

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You may remember Gloria Kolb from a previous episode when she introduced us to Elitone, a wearable device that gently stimulates your pelvic floor muscles, prompting them to do your Kegel exercises for you with virtually zero effort. Gloria is back with us today to introduce her newest product, Elitone Urge, which has shown remarkable results addre…

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Getting men the help they need 24:34

1+ y ago24:34

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Men aren't always very good when it comes to managing their own health - it's often the women in their lives who help them with everything from making doctors' appointments to taking their medications to becoming more proactive with their wellbeing. Today's guest is Mike Leventhal, Executive Director for the Tennessee affiliate of Men's Health Netw…

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The Overactive Bladder Diet 8:10

2y ago8:10

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More than 33 million Americans have OAB, and if you’re one of them, you probably pay close attention to how much you drink. But what you may not realize is that it’s worth taking a look at your entire diet. That’s because there are certain foods that can aggravate your bladder while there are others that may actually help stop frequent urination. I…

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Stop guessing about which products are right for you 33:53

2y ago33:53

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Today's guest is Tina Harris, the Vice President of Clinical Affairs for TenderHeart Health Outcomes. They're one of the nation's leading incontinence management providers, and they offer individualized care plans and superior incontinence products to help meet patients' specific incontinence needs. Their value-based incontinence program improves p…

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Dreading the doctor? A physician shares his best advice for great appointments 37:23

2y ago37:23

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Seven years. That's how long many patients live with leaks before they get the courage to see a doctor. And then when they do show up, the encounter can be so awkward and uncomfortable that they wind up not getting the help they need. Today's guest is Dr. Travis Bullock, a urologist in private practice in St. Louis. He shares some very sound advice…

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The distinct challenges faced by people of color living with GI disorders 31:48

2y ago31:48

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Getting a proper diagnosis and treatment for bowel disorders can be difficult enough for most anybody, but for people of color, there are a troubling number of additional challenges that must also be overcome. Today's guest is Melodie Narain-Blackwell, a serial entrepreneur and founder of Color of Gastrointestinal Illness, a nonprofit advocacy and …

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Understanding and Overcoming Prostate Cancer 45:49

2y ago45:49

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The most common form of cancer men experience begins in the prostate, but it's a disease that is often misunderstood. For example, many men are surprised to learn that prostate cancer can be slow to develop, and for a good number of patients, the best course of action is to monitor the progress of the disease rather than to immediately jump into su…

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Living with an invisible illness 54:47

2y ago54:47

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D'andre Hardy developed a severe case of Crohn's colitis at age 12 and spent years struggling with her condition. She tried countless management strategies, took dozens of different medications, and ultimately chose to undergo an ostomy procedure to help regain control of her life. It was that experience that led to her founding the Seen Society, a…

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The Diaper Divide 28:47

2y ago28:47

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Did you know that one out of two people with incontinence will isolate themselves at home because they don't have enough absorbent products? That startling and unfortunate situation - that too many adults simply can't afford the basic necessities to care for themselves - is called The Diaper Divide. This is something we can all do something about. …

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Carolyn was going to the bathroom 24 times a day... Hear how she found relief. 43:17

2y ago43:17

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Today we're joined by Carolyn Hampton, a patient who had such severe overactive bladder that she was going to the bathroom urgently every hour of the day and night. Medication only did so much for her, but she found real, lasting relief through the InterStim system, a tiny implanted device that helped improve the communication between her brain and…

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Life After Prostate Surgery 33:05

2y ago33:05

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A lot of men who are facing the prospect of prostate removal due to cancer have no idea that incontinence is an almost inevitable result of the procedure. For most men, leaking resolves itself in a few months to a year, but for some men, it can persist. Sexual dysfunction is another common side effect that many men need to navigate post-surgery. To…

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Can stem cells be used to treat incontinence? You may be surprised by the answer! 35:39

2+ y ago35:39

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On today's episode of Life Without Leaks, we talk with Dr. Michael Chancellor, a board certified urologist, professor, scientist and researcher about cutting-edge treatments for Stress Urinary Incontinence. He's one of the principal developers of a new treatment for SUI that uses a patient's own stem cells to repair their anatomy. It's currently in…

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A magic treatment for bowel incontinence? 44:37

2+ y ago44:37

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Today's guest is Dr. Joshua Bleier, a colorectal surgeon and chair of the Department of Surgery at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia, who shares with us about a treatment that provides relief to an enormous number of patients with bowel incontinence. It's minimally invasive, performed in office, and in Dr. Bleier's experience, can deliver meani…