Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Support Group

Sorry you are experiencing this.

Might want to check out the Post I started a few days back.
http://dailystrength.org/c/Multipl...

Hope you find something that helps you

Best Wishes
EP
www.RAMSwebsite.Net

eek! I have bladder problems too and Im only 20...my neuro just told me to wear pads and stay by a restroom...what a toolbox...lol
u could request a referral to a urologist though
and make sure you get a pee test to see if it's an infection too...

Make sure you talk to the doctor about it. If it becomes a major problem there are meds that can help.

Good luck!

Unfortunately, it is a symptom of MS (and my worst one!!). I've tried the meds from a Urologist, and unfortunately, they didn't work for me, but they may for you. I've even done physical therapy (can you believe they have PT for this) and that was too embarrassing for me to continue, so I quit. Something may help you, since you are still young. I'd definitely go and see a Urologist, though!

Good luck to you!!

I've had bladder issues for a few years now. Sadly it's caused by my MS. I'm on Ditropan and Flomax to help control it. I'd get a urologist if you don't have one.

i am going to see about my bladder on friday to see why i cant let all of it out bladder holding back on me.

Yes bladder control is the hardest to accept. I started like you are now, I findly decieded to get some disposiable underwear. This helped me be able to do things again, I do not like purses so I have a back pack, I can pack before I leave home and no one ever has to be the wiser. Some people have even asked me to leave the back pack home but I just laugh and ask them to leave their wallet home.

I understand exactly where you are coming from. It is frustrating.

Meds and Kegel exercises help with the control. Talking to a Urologist will provide some insight as to what is happening and why as well as recommendations for management.

As mentioned there are meds available. A couple of others, in addition to what has been mentioned, is Enablex and Detrol LA. I have used both but Enablex seemed to work better controlling the spasms and feeling of urgency.

From EP's link LarryLDN mentions that LDN has helped. It has also helped my bladder issues. I still have them but with LDN I feel more in control. No rushing to the bathroom.

Bladder issues are one of the most common problems with MS.

I tried meds, no or too little effect. Finally saw a Urologist and they did a sonagram of my bladder after voiding. It show I still retained too much and it was causing my bladder to be distended.

I fought the problem as much as I could and got frustrated being tied to bathrooms all the time and not drinking the fluids I should. Finally, the urologist started me using Intermittent Catheter. I was freaked out by this and angry. A few MS'ers taught me it gave me back most control and freedom. Now long periods between bathroom stops and I have learned how much I can drink and the time it takes to have to go again so I can plan.

I hate to admit, it has made that a problem of the past for me and once I got past the idea of a tube up my penis, I accepted it is the best solution for me.

One thing I would recommend, make sure your urologist has experience with MS patients. Good luck

yes. bladder issues is a MS thing. I have battled it, still am. There are meds u can use. Or wear special pads...I would talk with ur doc about it and make a choice.
hugs
Kim