What to do if you have bladder stones and urinary incontinence

If urinary incontinence is caused by bladder stones, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. The cause should be determined through imaging examinations, and symptomatic treatment should be taken according to the size of the stones and the condition. This may include drug lithotripsy, lithotripsy, or cystotomy. Patients who have already developed urinary incontinence need training to restore bladder function.

1 Causes of urinary incontinence due to bladder stones

Bladder stones are hard masses formed by mineral crystals in urine that precipitate in the bladder. They can be caused by small stones that have not been treated for a long time, bad living habits, or other diseases. Large stones can damage the bladder mucosa or block the flow of urine, resulting in incomplete urine discharge, which can lead to repeated urinary incontinence. Certain bladder-related nerve damage, infection, or inflammation may also aggravate urinary incontinence symptoms.

2 Methods to relieve and treat bladder stones and urinary incontinence

1. Drug dissolution: For smaller stones, you can take drugs that alkalinize urine, such as sodium bicarbonate, and drugs that promote stone excretion, such as alpha receptor blockers. The scope of drug treatment is limited, and it is recommended to use it reasonably according to the doctor's advice.

2 Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy: Suitable for small and medium-sized stones. The shock wave can crush the stone into fine sand and discharge it naturally through the urethra. This method is less invasive, but it must be used within the appropriate size range of the stone.

3 Cystoscopic lithotripsy or open bladder lithotripsy: For larger stones or long-term urinary incontinence, doctors usually recommend direct removal of stones through endoscopy or surgery. This method can completely remove stones, but after surgery, you need to prevent infection and pay attention to the recovery of bladder function.

3Daily care and incontinence training

While treating bladder stones, behavioral interventions can improve urinary incontinence symptoms:

Timed urination: Training the bladder to go to the toilet at fixed times helps it form new urination habits.

Kegel training: Strengthen bladder control by contracting and relaxing the muscles of the pelvic floor. Each set of exercises lasts for 5 seconds, and you should do more than 3 sets a day.

Adjusting your diet, drinking more water, and avoiding high-calcium and high-oxalate foods such as spinach and tea can reduce the possibility of stone recurrence.

For urinary incontinence caused by bladder stones, active treatment of stones is the key, and healthy lifestyle habits can effectively improve symptoms. It is recommended to see a doctor as soon as possible for a clear diagnosis and develop a reasonable treatment plan based on the cause and condition.