Incontinence and Diet

Incontinence isn’t about drinking too much water, but your loved one’s diet could be affecting his or her incontinence symptoms. The following foods and beverages may irritate the bladder, and should be reduced or avoided by those who experience incontinence: Caffeine Citrus fruits Alcohol Chocolate Artificial sweeteners Spicy foods Carbonated beverages Bladder-Friendly Foods The following […]

Urinary Incontinence, Truth vs. Fiction

Urinary incontinence can be an embarrassing subject for those who experience it. The stigma behind the disorder often leads to patients having either a lack of information or believing in some common myths about incontinence. The following are some incontinence myths and the facts to go with them: Myth: Urinary incontinence is inevitable with age. […]

Elderly UTIs: A Serious Issue That Home Care Can Help

For older adults, urinary tract infections (UTIs) aren’t a wee problem. They can actually cause serious health problems if left untreated. And, unfortunately, elderly individuals are vulnerable to UTIs for several reasons. According to the National Institutes of Health, the following conditions make the elderly more susceptible to UTIs than younger people: Diabetes An inability […]

Warning Signs: Does Your Elderly Loved One Have a UTI?

Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are pretty simple to cure, but for elderly individuals they can be difficult to diagnose. Because UTIs can often cause behavioral changes that mimic those of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, it is important to know and be able to spot the warning signs of a UTI to avoid misdiagnosis. The […]