www.incontinentsupport.org

Hey!

It's been a coons age since I posted. Been using Abena, but right now its just as a just in case patterns shift again gesture, because, knock on wood, my bladder has been behaving. I dont know if its the fact I sweat most shifts, or drinking komubacha is affecting the makeup of my pee such that I have better bladder control, or is having regular sex strengthening my pelvic floor? Perhaps all 3? Hmm, is there any study linking sexual activity with better bladder control? I'm certainly not complaining. It's really annoying to be trying to go about your workday and have to change your diaper 2 or 3 times because your bladder is going nuts. Or... it could just be a dry cycle, and as soon as fall and winter hit im back to pissing like a baby. I can't take the chance of wearing underwear just yet. Far too many instances of dryness followed by sudden onset episodes to trust my bladder enough to wear undies.

My situation is relatively unchanged. I remain roughly at at 43-44 inch waist and between 225 and 230 lbs. I am trying to get below 220 but my body is not cooperating as of yet . Slowly getting all those cloth diapers that I bought in this sizing frenzy paid off .

Peace out!

Rob

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Rob, a quick Bard search returns the following:

There is some evidence to suggest a correlation between increased sexual activity and improved bladder control.

Here's a breakdown of the potential reasons:

• Pelvic Floor Muscle Strengthening: Sexual activity, particularly activities that involve pelvic floor muscle contractions, can strengthen these muscles. A strong pelvic floor is essential for bladder control.

1. Does Sex Help Strengthen Pelvic Floor Muscles? - Secret Whispers

http://www.secretwhispers.co.uk

2. Pelvic Floor Muscles | The Facts - Continence Foundation of Australia

http://www.continence.org.au

• Improved Blood Flow: Sexual activity can increase blood flow to the pelvic region, including the bladder and urethra. This can help to maintain healthy tissue function and reduce the risk of urinary leakage.

• Reduced Stress: Regular sexual activity can help to reduce stress levels. Stress can contribute to bladder problems, such as overactive bladder or urinary incontinence.

1. 10 Surprising Health Benefits of Sex - WebMD

http://www.webmd.com


• Increased Awareness: Engaging in sexual activity can help individuals become more aware of their body's sensations, including those related to bladder function. This awareness can lead to better bladder control.


Regards,
Hugh

Bro....

Is something the matter, Elijah? I do seem to remember in general discussion someone talking about masturbating with an indwelling catheter. If that is not removed by mods, then asking whether there is a link between sexual activity and better bladder control is not taboo, is it? I mean, we are all adults here, yes? I also seem to recall several posts about incontinence affecting one's sex life in the archives. If I offend you, I'm sorry.

Thanks Hugh!

That is quite interesting. I figured that it certainly wouldn't hurt one's control. The past few months are the first time in my adult life where I am sexually active with regular frequency, since I just got married to my wife. We are navigating this crazy thing called life. She also has some issues with bladder control. She goes to the bathroom very frequently and I told her it would drive me crazy if I had to go to the bathroom as much as you do.

If this post is taboo mods, please let me know and I will edit/remove, or if it is off topic, feel free to move. But I don't remember reading any rule about no discussion of sex.

Peace out!

Rob

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"THERE ARE FOUR LIGHTS!" - Captain Picard from Chain of Command, Part II

I was joking and forgot to put the smiley face.

Glad your issues seem to be resolved.

Not offended at all

Hey Elijah!

Sorry for the misunderstanding And thanks for your kind words. Yes, it definitely is a pleasant turn of events. Unexpected, but definitely NOT unwelcome. It would make sense that my pelvic floor is getting stronger by frequent intercourse, because the same muscles that stop and start the flow of urine also eject the semen. Like doing several kegel exercises at once. Never realized my being married would positively affect my bladder control. LOL. The last dry spell that I had that was long term that was of this vane doing pelvic floor and biofeedback what not was a few months, and before that it was 4 years. So if I can be sexually active with my wife and get a dry few months or 6 months or a year, it would be AMAZING. Always gonna keep diapers on standby, but If Im dry long enough, will consider wearing regular undies again. Althuogh, after wearing diapers for so long, wearing regular undies feels weird. It really does. Not sure how to process that.

Peace out!

Rob

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"We cannot do great things. We can only do small things with great love" Mother Teresa

"THERE ARE FOUR LIGHTS!" - Captain Picard from Chain of Command, Part II

mo worries dude. definitely my fault!
yea i would kill for a dry spell. no amount of sex will fix my problem though. lol.
keep up the good work!