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You CAN...Get control of bladder and bowel issues
Bladder and bowel accidents are embarrassing. The good news is you can manage these issues.

The Medical View
Respected MS healthcare professional discusses bowel and bladder problems

Toilet Problems Year by Year
"How come I felt like I had to go so often, and most of the time I did?"

The Search for a Unisex Bathroom
"The challenge of finding a unisex restroom is part of my life."

The Smallest Room in the House
Product and alteration suggestions for your "toilette."

Webcast
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MS Learn Online presents
Managing Your Symptoms

	Bladder Dysfunction
	Bowel Dysfunction

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MS in Focus

Multiple Sclerosis International Federation's new magazine

Issue 2: Special Focus on Dealing with Bladder Problems (PDF)

Clinical Bulletins

Print out the documents below and share it with your heathcare provider.
PDF format.

Bladder Dysfunction in Multiple Sclerosis

Surgical Management of Bladder Dysfunction in Multiple Sclerosis

Bowel Management in Multiple Sclerosis

Personal Care: Bladder and Bowel Problems

Most people with MS will experience some changes in their bladder and bowel functions. While these problems are fairly common, even in the early stages of MS, there are a variety of management strategies and medications available to help you deal with them comfortably.

If you have any problems with bladder or bowel function, including feelings of urgency, loss of control, frequent waking in the night, or feeling the need to void but nothing happens, see your doctor.

General Information

Bladder

Bladder Dysfunction: An Overview

Controlling Bladder Problems in MS
Managing common MS bladder problems with self-help and medications

Urinary Dysfunction and MS
Sophisticated explanation of treatments for MS-related urinary problems. Detailed descriptions of diagnostic testing, management strategies, and commonly prescribed drugs

Living with an MS Bladder
Four people, four stories

CAM and Bladder Issues
Dietary supplements, acupuncture, and biofeedback. What does the evidence say?

Using Catheters
Two people with MS with insight and practical tips

Did you know?

Although many people use cranberries to prevent urinary tract infections, these infections require immediate antibiotic treatment from a physician to get them under control quickly. Read more