What Can Be Done to Treat Urinary Incontinence after Prostate Cancer Treatment?
Treatments include: • Pelvic floor treatments. Many doctors prefer to start with behavioral techniques that train men to control their ability to hold in their urine. A popular set of exercises, called Kegel exercises, strengthens the muscles you squeeze when trying to stop urinating mid-stream. These exercises can be combined with biofeedback programs that help you train these muscles even better. • Supportive care. This treatment includes behavior modification, such as drinking fewer fluids, avoiding caffeine, alcohol, or spices, and not drinking at bedtime. People are encouraged to urinate regularly and not wait until the last moment possible before doing so. In some people, losing weight may result in improved urinary control. Supportive care also involves changing any medications that interfere with incontinence. • Medication. A variety of medications can increase bladder capacity and decrease frequency of urination. In the near future, newer medications will become available to h
