Incontinence is not an independent disease. In fact urinary or fecal incontinence is a symptom which is triggered by different diseases and causes.
Urinary incontinence is one of the most frequent diseases of old age in all western industrial countries and impairs the life of the person affected. The fear of embarrassing accidents and shame about the loss of the ability to control the bladder are frequent factors which often cause many persons affected to retire into themselves and avoid social contacts and activities. Increasing isolation, loneliness and not uncommonly depressions are the result.

Diagnosis of urinary incontinence
If the cause of urinary incontinence is not determined, treatment and care interventions cannot be successful either. The diagnosis must establish the type and causes of the existing urinary incontinence.   

Urinary incontinence therapy
Many different methods are available for the treatment of urinary incontinence. Most therapy options are aimed at the cause of incontinence.   

Skin care with incontinence
Professional care of incontinent people includes not only regular changing of incontinence aids but also thorough cleansing and care of the skin. The needs of sensitive elderly skin must be taken into account.   

Security & well-being through customized care
Modern incontinence products ensure that persons affected by incontinence feel less impaired. Today they can choose from a wide range of absorbent incontinence products in different absorption strengths.   

Further helpful tips
Even optimally adapted domestic surroundings and suitable clothing also support the therapeutic efforts. Everything you can do:  

Diagnosis of fecal incontinence
Even fecal incontinence is a big taboo, and persons affected often hide their problems even from physicians. During a detailed anamnesis the physician should among other things specifically inquire about previously existing diseases and operations.  

Treatment of fecal incontinence
Patients with fecal incontinence should – if possible – always be treated curatively. Therapy of the underlying diseases includes conservative as well as surgical procedures.