Prostate cancer surgery is one of the most common contributing factors to incontinence and bladder control problems in men.

Based on the data presented at 31st Congress of the Societe Internationale D’Urologie in Berlin, October 2011, 40-50% of patients developed incontinence immediately after prostatectomy; 10% developed long-term incontinence (over 12 months); and 30% developed over active bladder and  30% had sphincter damage. The level of the incontinence as measured by absorbent pad usage could vary from 1 pad a day to more than 10 pads a day.  The bladder control issues include increased urinary urgency and frequency after surgery.

The current medical treatments for male incontinence and bladder control issues have been quite limited in terms of side effects, low success rates, and lack of long-term.  Those options are not desirable to men of all ages who are still living an active life style.

There are some courageous men who dare to try different approaches to solve their problems. Today I am going to cite two letters from such men.

A letter from Bob R. (86, improved bladder control after prostate cancer surgery)

 “I had advanced prostate cancer surgery 5 years ago. Ever since then I had to get up 7-8 times a night to urinate. I ordered 4 BetterMAN early last month and have been taking 4 capsules a day.  Last night I slept 5 hours and 20 minutes before I had to get up! I haven’t gotten that much sleep at one time since my surgery 5 years ago. I have tried many other natural remedies, none of which worked. I was on Detrol for quite awhile and it did not help me either. I am glad I finally found BetterMAN.”

 A letter from Rick P. (64, improved bladder control after prostate cancer surgery)

“I had prostate surgery 10 years ago. At that time, I tried BetterMAN for one year in conjunction with vacuum erection device to regain my erectile function. After 10 years, I decided to use BetterMAN again. I am now 64 and wanted a little boost. Also my urologist does not know why, I had a problem with frequent urination which is common for people who have had prostate surgery. What a great product you have!  I now urinate less frequently, and my erections are stronger and more long lasting. Thanks for doing the research. You should be very proud of BetterMAN.”

My thoughts:

If you are not satisfied with your current state of bladder control, you should not stop there and give in to the adult pads. Give BetterMAN a try. Make sure you give the product enough time. If you had prostate surgery before, your recovery time may take longer than the average 2-3 months recommended to general public. Be patient and be persistent. You should see dramatic improvements in the quality of life down the line.

We are very much interested in your feedback, questions, comments, or stories.

To your health,

Peipei Wishnow, PhD

PS: As always consult your healthcare professionals before taking any new supplements.

If you are diabetic or pre-diabetic, you may want to pay more attention to your bladder. Recent reports from Case Western Reserve University, Ohio revealed new risks of diabetes on bladder control problems.

Classic symptoms associated with diabetic bladder dysfunction include decreased bladder sensation, increased bladder capacity, and impaired bladder contractibility that results poor emptying.

Recent clinical and experimental studies have shown strong presence of urine storage problems such as urinary urgency and incontinence in both Type I and Type II diabetes.

52-87% of the randomly evaluated diabetic patients have urologic symptoms.

25% of diabetic patients on oral hypoglycemic treatment have diabetic bladder dysfunction.

Studies in animal models also indicate that diabetic bladder dysfunction exhibits two phases. In the early onset of the disease, there are increased bladder capacity and thickened bladder walls.  As the disease progresses, other bladder symptoms would appear, including urinary urgency, incontinence, and poor empting.

It is not quite clear yet how diabetes causes diabetic bladder dysfunction.

Be aware.

To your health

Peipei Wishnow, PhD

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