Women's Healthcare
Pelvic Floor + Bladder Control (Incontinence) Care
Urinary leakage, bladder control (incontinence) and pelvic floor problems are issues that many women keep to themselves, but are in fact very widespread. It is estimated that at least 3 million women in the UK are troubled by bladder control problems, and 1 in 2 women over 45 experience some degree of prolapse.
Living with any of these issues is difficult but in most cases treatment is straight forward and the problem can be resolved with specialist attention. Your condition could be simple to remedy, so you don't need to experience continued anxiety, discomfort or embarrassment. We are here to help.
Diagnosis + Care At TMCK, Consultant Gynaecologist, Ms Claudine Domoney, provides sensitive and thorough assessment. Ms Domoney specialises in urogynaecology, which is the branch of gynaecology devoted to the care of the urinary tract, vagina and pelvic floor. She works within our wider team of women's healthcare specialists who are here to help should you need further support, including general practice, physiotherapy, nutrition and psychotherapy. Ms Claudine Domoney specialises in...
This is the loss of tone and strength in the network of muscles and ligaments that run beneath the vagina and rectum, forming a hammock that supports the organs of the pelvis. When these muscles become weak, problems can arise causing symptoms such as incontinence or pain during sex. This weakness may come from excessive pressure on the pelvic floor following childbirth or an operation or even other strain such as excessive coughing or heavy lifting. This need not be permanent if you deal with it quickly. But if weakness persists, it may lead to further problems so we urge you to come in for advice and support if you're at all concerned.
Treatment There is no single method of treatment. What's right for you will depend on your symptoms and the condition of the muscles, ligaments and organs in your pelvis. Many issues can be resolved with a combination of lifestyle measures such as losing weight, exercises, physiotherapy and non-surgical gynaecological assistance to build up muscle tone. Occasionally, a Specialist may recommend surgery, which will of course be carried out using the latest techniques.