Distressed by my inability to control my bladder

A spinal cord injury coupled with an early childhood polio infection complicated her bladder control. Intermittent catheterization has long been part of her life.

Read Selma's story in her own words. 

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Topics: Bladder dysfunction, Intermittent Catheterization

Controlling accidental bowel leakage is key to your peace of mind

Do you suffer from bowel leakage? For years, Fiona suffered in silence. She grew accustomed to being on edge and to keeping a look-out for the nearest toilet. A tiny bowel care product was all it took to put her mind at ease. 

 

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Topics: Bowel management, bowel disorder, accidental bowel leakage

Avoid urinary tract infections while travelling with catheters

Holidays... ah! Carefree, relaxing and fun! But wait! You don’t want to let a sly urinary tract infection join you for your precious vacation! Although there’s no fail-safe method for avoiding them, there are some small steps you can take to help stop extra bladder visitors joining you on your holiday. 

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Topics: Travelling with catheters, LoFric

Keeping your bladder happy when on holidays

Roll out your towel on the sun lounger! You’ve cracked the planning and packing, you’ve jumped the airport hurdles and you’ve nailed the plane toilet turbulence! It’s finally time for you and your bladder to enjoy the holiday you deserve! 

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Navigating airport security and airplane toilets with my catheters

It’s here! The time has come to leave your home and head out, like Christopher Columbus to the Americas. Read part three in a series of blogs, written by passionate traveller and Wellspect ambassador, Serena Green.

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Topics: Travelling with catheters, LoFric