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Some urology challenges are specific to male anatomy, such as an enlarged prostate or erectile dysfunction (ED). ED is a common condition with a variety of causes and treatments. Straight to the Point is a clinician-led podcast that aims to debunk the myths surrounding men's sexual health. Find and follow "Straight To The Point" on your podcast app. If this is something that you are experiencing and would like advice, you can request a free consultation with Clare, our Clinical Nurse Specialist, via the link.

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This is not personalised medical advice and everyone’s circumstances will be different.

We had such a fun day with our friends from celebrating the launch of their new campaign – Worth It’s Weight in Gold. Did you know urine is wisdom, not waste?

Find out more about the campaign here: https://www.theurologyfoundation.org/

A urostomy diverts urine through an opening in the abdomen instead of through the urethra.
11,000 people in the UK have a urostomy. 800 new urostomies are formed each year. Someone with a urostomy will drain their pouch about 5 or so times per day. And there are 0 limits on what pepole with a urostomy can do.

1. Urinary retention is when you're not able to properly empty your bladder.
2. This may mean you only pass small amounts of urine or you are unable to pass any urine at all.
3. Urine retention can be as a result of a physical blockage (e.g. constipation, an enlarged prostate in men, or a prolapse in women),
4. Nerve damage can stop your bladder and brain communicating (e.g. a spinal cord injury or MS).
5. Treatments options may include - medication, surgery, or a medical device such as an intermittent or indwelling catheter.
You may not be aware that you have chronic urinary retention. If you are concerned, please speak to your healthcare professional.

This is not personalised medical advice and everyone’s circumstances will be different. If you experience acute (sudden) inability to pass urine, please seek immediate medical advice.

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There are many causes of bladder issues; some are specific to female anatomy. These include weakened pelvic floor muscles from pregnancy or childbirth, endometriosis and hormonal changes through menopause. Whilst these may be common, it doesn't mean you have to put up with them. Treatment options include pelvic floor exercises, medication, surgery and medical devices such as an intermittent or indwelling catheter.

In episodes 4 and 5 of our podcast, Incontinence Talks, Dani and Samantha share their experiences of living with urinary issues and using an intermittent catheter to manage their symptoms. You can learn more about "Incontinence Talks" at the link below:

www.coloplast.co.uk/about-us/landing-pages/pete-reed-podcast

1. Urinary incontinence is when you're unable to control when you p*e.
2. It can be known as stress incontinence (e.g. when you sneeze) or urge incontinence (if your bladder muscles squeeze suddenly).
3. Bladder infections or constipation can cause leaks and drinks containing caffeine can also increase the risk.
4. Nerve damage can stop your bladder and brain communicating (e.g. a spinal cord injury or MS).
5. For women, childbirth complications can trigger incontinence and, for men, the prostate can cause urinary issues.
No matter the cause, urinary incontinence is not something to put up with. Please speak to your GP to find the right treatment for you.

This is not personalised medical advice and everyone’s circumstances will be different.

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Everyone's bladder is different but you can spot changes in your routine.
Are you going more often? Leaking urine? Taking longer to start p*eing? Feeling like your bladder is still full afterwards? It's easy to dismiss these symptoms as part of aging or perhaps as a side effect of childbirth but they might mean that you're not fully emptying your bladder each time you p*e. This can increase your risk of getting a UTI so this should be investigated by your healthcare professional. has created the P*e Checker so you can spot any issues early.

Take a minute to check -https://www.theurologyfoundation.org/app/uploads/2026/08/The-P*e-Checker.pdf

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Urine can provide insight into your health and another clue is pain or discomfort. It shouldn't hurt to p*e so, if it does, this may be a sign of infection or other urinary conditions. If you use an intermittent catheter and you experience pain, sometimes changing your catheter (such as trying a different lubricating coating or eyelet design) can help. Either way, if you are experiencing pain, please don't put up with it; speak to your healthcare professional.