Incontinence

 

Impact of incontinence

• Incontinence is a very personal issue
• Incontinence can affect a patient’s dignity and self-esteem
• Incontinence should be dealt with in a sensitive manner
• Incontinence can also cause anxiety, embarrassment, depression and social isolation
• Patients may find it difficult to accept that care (a relative or formal carer) is needed in such an intimate area of their lives
• Sleep loss
• Physical discomfort, carer stress