..is the number of times you should exercise your pelvic floor to keep it healthy and prevent problems such as stress incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. #kegels #kegel #kegelexercises

If you need to urinate, don't hold it in. In time, it can make it harder to empty your bladder fully, making you prone to UTIs and pelvic floor dysfunction. bladderhealthuk.org/page/index/321 #cantwait #bladderhealth #pelvicfloor

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The pelvic floor is a muscle just like any other, but it is not easy to find or know what exercises & techniques will help. Squeezyapp.com #pelvicfloor #physio #bladderhealth

Learning 'the squeeze' not only improves the health of your pelvic floor but can also be used before you cough, sneeze, or experience other situations that might make you leak. buff.ly/4cGCCzK #pelvicfloor #pelvicexercise #bladderhealth

If you have a condition caused by a weak pelvic floor it's as important as ever to empty your bladder when you need to. Visit buff.ly/4dCQE6O #cantwait #bladderhealth #pelvicfloor

Bladder Pain Syndrom is a rare chronic bladder condition and is also known as IC. It's considered a neuromuscular disorder that affects the bladder and pelvic floor muscles and nerves. bladderhealthuk.org/page/index/286 #InterstitialCystitisAwareness #PainfulBladderSyndrome

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Bladder Pain Syndrome affects the bladder causing discomfort, pressure or pain. It can present as a combination of symptoms, so diagnosis is often a process of elimination. Visit bladderhealthuk.org/page/index/285 #InterstitialCystitisAwareness #PainfulBladderSyndrome #BladderHealth

We know this is not an easy path to treatment, but at Bladder Health UK, we have the people, advice, resources, and medical professionals to give you the support you need. PLUS a safe space for members to talk at bit.ly/35gbCEH bladderhealthuk.org

Patients who struggle with chronic overlapping pain conditions like Interstitial Cystitis or Bladder Pain Syndrome can cause the brain to be stuck in “fight or flight mode.” If you're not sure where to turn, call us on 0121 702 0820 bladderhealthuk.org/page/index/286

A phenotype is an observable trait of an organism, and in Bladder Pain Syndrome, phenotypes may be a set of different symptoms or the presence of other conditions. Diagnosticians identify phenotypes to help in diagnosing patients correctly so they can get the right treatment.

43% of members we surveyed told us it had taken them up to five years or more to obtain aIC or BPS diagnosis. bladderhealthuk.org #BPSdiagnosis #phenotypediagnosis #ICdiagnosis #BPSphenotypes #diagnosisprocess

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We all know what they look like, but each one is unique. BPS symptoms present in different ways. Some have more pain, some have more UTI-like symptoms, and some have a variety of ailments, which is why the study of phenotypes has become so important. bladderhealthuk.org/page/index/286

Interstitial Cystitis is difficult to manage and can make a big impact on your life, but there is hope and a lot of support available. bladderhealthuk.org bladderhealthuk.org/page/index/285 #InterstitialCystitisAwareness #PainfulBladderSyndrome #supportandstrength

Foods that can be an irritant to people with IC/BPS: 🔹Alcohol 🔹Caffeinated Tea and Coffee 🔹Carbonated Drinks 🔹Acidic Fruit Juices 🔹Spicy Foods 🔹Milk or Dark Chocolate 🔹Fruit – particularly berry fruits 🔹Tomatoes 🔹Onions bladderhealthuk.org/interstitial-c…

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Since 1994, Bladder Health UK has been a beacon of support for those affected by bladder issues. Their 3rd annual HCP conference, "Bladders Matter - Looking to the Future," is happening on 18 February 2025! Mark it on your calendar. urologynews.uk.com/news/post/blad… #urologynews

People with IC don't always look sick, but they could be suffering. To support visit: bladderhealthuk.org/uploads/DL%20L… #invisibleillnesswarrior #chronicillnessawareness #InterstitialCystitisAwareness #PainfulBladderSyndrome #supportandstrength #BPSawareness