Yup! That’s right I got Botox!But not where you would think. Not only is it used in the beauty industry, it’s also used to treat urge incontinence. I went for treatment a couple of weeks ago. They inject Botox directly into the bladder with the aid of a tiny camera.
What it does is essentially relax the bladder thus diminishing the likelihood of having an accident while on your way to the bathroom. It is a procedure which needs to be repeated. It’s hard to project exactly how long will be necessary between treatments because everyone is different but it does last for several months. And so far, so good. I haven’t had a single accident, nor have I had to do the pee pee dance all the way to the bathroom. It may be too early but I’m optimistic. I see the doctor again in five weeks.
I’m still experiencing a little stress incontinence but it has drastically improved. I also leak for no apparent reason. Sometimes I change position, or get up, or even walk I dribble a little urine. The doctor said that she’s pretty much done all she can do, aside from maybe trying some Bulkamid. Bulkamid is a bulking up agent for the urethra which helps with stress leaks. The doctor wants to wait and see how the Botox works, and then we can discuss it if need be.
In the meantime, I keep doing Kegel exercises and work on strengthening my pelvic floor. I’ve lowered my caffeine intake (it irritates the bladder), and I am losing weight which will also help.
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