At Andrology Barcelona, we specialize in urinary incontinence in men, offering different treatments depending on the cause.
Male Urinary Incontinence
What is urinary incontinence?
Male incontinence, or urinary incontinence in men, refers to any involuntary loss of urine. It can manifest in various ways, from mild dribbling to the inability to fully control the bladder. It is essential to understand that incontinence is not a normal part of aging and that there are various treatment options available to improve quality of life.
At Andrology Barcelona, we specialize in personalizing solutions to enhance the quality of life for our patients. We have Dr. Lluis Peri, a urologist in Barcelona specializing in male incontinence.
What are the principales causas main causes of urinary incontinence in men?
Urinary incontinence in men can have various causes, and understanding them is crucial for effectively addressing this condition. Some possible causes of incontinence include:
Prostate problems
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), or prostate enlargement, is a very common cause. Additionally, surgical procedures like prostatectomy can affect bladder function.
Nerve damage
Nerve injuries that control the bladder, whether from surgeries, trauma, or medical conditions like diabetes, can interfere with the body’s ability to regulate urine storage and voiding.
Previous urological surgery
Some urological surgeries, such as those aimed at correcting incontinence or treating prostate problems, can result in damage to the muscles and nerves involved in bladder control.
Pelvic floor muscle problems
The weakening of pelvic floor muscles, which support the bladder and rectum, can occur due to aging, obesity, or genetic factors, contributing to incontinence.
Urinary sphincter dysfunction
The urinary sphincter is crucial for maintaining continence. Any alteration of the urinary sphincter can cause involuntary urine leakage when abdominal pressure increases.
What treatments do we offer at Andrología Barcelona?
At our centers in Barcelona, we have specialists in the treatment of urinary incontinence in men. If you are currently experiencing this issue, we can help you.
As experts in this field, we adapt to the specific cause and needs of each patient, ensuring optimal results and an improvement in their quality of life.
Oral medications
Some medications can help reduce symptoms, especially in cases of incontinence associated with urinary urgency.
Pelvic floor physiotherapy or rehabilitation
Specific exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles can improve bladder control.
Suburethral slings or meshes
Suburethral slings are fixed devices placed under the urethra, designed to improve continence in patients with mild stress incontinence.
Artificial urinary sphincter
A medical device that allows closing the urethra and can be activated and deactivated as needed. It is indicated for patients with severe stress incontinence.
We provide solutions to your urinary incontinence problems.
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