Leaky Bladder, Pelvic Floor, UTIs, & Constipation: Dr. Rena Malik Gives Solutions To Get Control

[@marcianichols4554]

This is an important topic. We need to advocate for ourselves. I thought I had a UTI, came back negative. Went back several more times, I final spoke up and said if this is not a UTI, than it’s something else. Turned out I had an ovarian cyst the size of a grapefruit, pressing on my bladder. Urogynogologist said it probably was growing for 10 years. Thankfully was benign. Please listen to your body and speak up.

[@shcrum]

😂❤

[@almmason7]

What were your symptoms?

[@ElisaRamirez-cf3py]

@@almmason7please share what were the symptoms, thanks

[@curiousone6129]

I hate it that we also have to be our own diagnostician these days. I've had several experiences recently where my doctors kept failing to find the cause s of medical problems. Did a lot of research, reading from a number of good medical sources etc.. and actually diagnosed the problems on my own. Went to the doctors with my self diagnosis, and got the problems solved. The thing that made me uncomfortable was that two of the problems were actually simple and common. Scary.

[@elsiepowers9787]

I know what you mean. So glad I saw this video cuz I had four children by C-section but you still get a lot of pressure over there and you still dilate can you still carry your baby for 9 months, anyway I'm 62 and have been use pads for 20 years. Anyway about us having to tell the doctors what's wrong with us is sad but true 😔

[@dr.laurawilson4608]

As a pelvic floor physical therapist, I advocate for PF PT as an additional option to surgery. We provide an important service to women and men with pelvic floor problems and work in tandem with doctors like Dr. Ravi ❤

[@jennygaston4005]

Thank you for covering this topic. The "embarrassing" topics should be discussed more for so many reasons, but the main one, knowing you're not alone.

[@dana0619]

I almost didn’t listen to this because I have reported some of these symptoms for years and doctors have dismissed the symptoms. I thought the symptoms were normal after having children and getting older. This podcast was so informative, THANK YOU!

[@reneemonday947]

So, have suffered/dealt with PF issues most of my adult life - no kids, but endometriosis with several laproscopic surgeries, to clean up adhesions...only to build up again. If you're able to find a great pelvic floor physical therapist...worth their weight in gold! Trouble is finding one....and those who used to take insurance, switch to private pay - insurance companies (my opinion based on experience), are not treating women's health, in this regard, seriously...and reimburse very little to the therapist. My uro-gyno is a huge fan if this treatment. Low risk/very high rewards. In Europe, after a woman gives birth, pelvic floor pt is part of after birth treatment. Kudos to them!! ❤

[@barbwengler]

True- if this were a male issue it’d be paid for but I’ve had issues just getting info. I’ve had big babies- did my job- now the health system doesn’t care about me. Just trying to get a dr talk about options challenging. Kegels just don’t do it.

[@PamelaSealey-nd8sg]

Speak ing to me thanks

[@baysidecoachrobinjackim1857]

Ssems like in Europe they actually believe in women's healthcare. They are lightyears ahead of Americans as far as the treatment options.

[@charlottevdmescht]

6:06

[@hi8107]

Love having these MD specialist s on. Please continue with these interviews about health issues that are common, but have been taboo to talk about.

[@lisaroscana-gee6243]

What she said!👍❤️

[@gingermonroe4153]

Cheech😮

[@destineywilsonbelcher5042]

Thank you Dr. Rina I needed to know what was going on with me I cried every once in a while to stop this I need a doctor who can listen to me and give me on the right track

[@hennalondon5061]

Mel Robbins... I hope you know how much of a gift you are to women around the world... loving all the new content you are bringing out this year... you are absolutely smashing it and helping so many! Thank you is not enough but THANK YOU! 🙏❤️

[@micheleleverett8575]

I am going through this right now and I do believe that you two ladies just changed my life for the better. Thank you so much!

[@tammiepulley7167]

Sharing that it is a good idea to have these conversations with our elderly moms. My mom was getting recurring UTI’s. I could not believe her Dr had never recommended an estrogen cream to treat vaginal atrophy. Her days were miserable because she got up 4 times a nite to pee. Ughh! Drs please advise your elderly patients.

[@Parakeetfriend4215]

They don't study or bother with women's health, ie. heart attacks in women, menopause.....

[@gerrieshapiro2147]

Is you mom still alive?

[@nicolemerz1731]

🙏🙏💁🏽‍♀️

[@mohammedaldhufairi9798]

Dr. Rema is clear and confident and Mr. Mel is incredible interviewer

[@mrgarner4796]

Congratulations you found a doctor that listened. I even needed hernia surgery and my doctor didn't even want to refer to a surgeon.

[@marayues]

Amazing Mel Robbins you are such a powerful woman to open a sensitive topic to the world this courageous. ❤️❤️❤️

[@nicolegodin1057]

I have to mention my experience with a pelvic floor specialist- I knew that I couldn’t be constipated because I eat clean and I know my fibre intake at all meals. After examination, she told me I had a prolapse and I needed to get a stool stool - which you put both your feet on and it would elevate your knees up- while going for a bowel movement - picture doing an actual squat while on the toilet. Then prolapse would go down and everything would come out much easier. And it worked - I said to myself- there are so many women that probably have the same issue. I wish a lot more women would know this . Well thank you for the chance to let people know about this very easy fix ❤️

[@lisawilliams6166]

You git a potty squatty! Other cultures squat over holes in ground to relieve themselves. Very few cases of hemorrhoids too.

[@Elliemaret]

Was it a colon prolapse?

[@Elliemaret]

Was it a colon prolapse?

[@judylaviolette7166]

I went to my doctor at the time to talk to him about this stuff. He threw his hands up in the air, told me to go home and get my hygiene in order and book a phone appointment. It was very degrading. I went to the walk-in clinic the next morning and got diagnosed with a prolapsed uterus.

[@sonalijadhav1630]

😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@KarenCaballero-e3w]

I said to my gyno something doesn't look right down below and feel right. She didn't even acknowledge my comment. Because of the frequency of utis my pcp sent me to a urologist and after several years my urologist decided I needed to see a bladder specialist out of state. I have 3 types of prolapse going on and will have to have surgery to fix this. This I found out yesterday, 😢. In a way though I am relieved to finally get some answers as to why I get chronic UTIs and suffer from constipation constantly. I'm also relieved that the bladder specialist is not sending me to an another specialist .

[@almmason7]

Wow, I am so sorry you went through this. I'm glad, and hopefully, you and I found this video. I have 1 prolapse and have been in pelvic floor physical therapy for over a year. Praying we're healed as we stay curious and learn the truth behind this. 😅

[@almmason7]

Wow, I am so sorry you went through this. I'm glad we all found this video. I have 1 prolapse and have been in pelvic floor physical therapy for over a year. I'm praying we're all healed as we stay curious and learn the truth behind this. 😅

[@curiousone6129]

Appalling! Hope you fired him. Don't go back.

[@EXTRAoRDINARYoUbySusanMyers]

I have never had children and suffered about a decade after having been diagnosed with ovarian cancer and having a radical hysterectomy. Sex is too painful. Thankfully, I have been married for decades so we support each other, through sickness and health. No leaky bladder, so I guess I'm lucky!

[@Stefanie-r1w]

I love this new generation of doctors!

[@catherinemanuele8352]

🩵Thank you Dr. Malik and Mel for talking and making this so easy to understand and take pride in our bodies. Best Wishes!

[@mrs.e3909]

My gyno never spoke of this with me, but noted prolapse on my medical chart which aI didnt see until the use of My Chart type records became available to the patient. This discussion was so eye opening!

[@marissagonzalez7195]

Im 74 and having a hysterectomy next month due to a uterus prolapsed wished I knew this before I would have had PT earlier in my life. Thanks for the information.

[@marissagonzalez7195]

Never had the surgery it was cancelled 6 hours before, no explanation given until next morning 8 am the Dr called me and apologized saying she was being investigated due to prior complicated surgery. I went to another Dr 3 hours away from my home😥 and scheduled a new surgery for December. Please please pray for me. Thanks for reading my comment. Being a woman is hard.

[@paulamullins8258]

I have been diagnosed with vaginal prolapse and literally feel as though my bottom is falling out! I was fitted for a pessery which I never use due to the difficulty in insertion and its discomfort. I can appreciate this topic due to my own experience and I thank you both.

[@carolsaia7401]

Also look into what that part of the body symbolizes: 1st and 2nd chakra energies too. Survival, belonging, physical life, sex and emotional connection to a lover.

[@pamkulp550]

Find a np that can change it for you. It’s like learning something new…practice…practice. Also I use k y jelly around the vaginal opening

[@Paul-l5i8y]

Try Uresta it helps with prolapse

[@elinsd]

@@pamkulp550I couldn’t do it myself so I am on a 3-month pessary maintenance schedule with my NP.

[@avocadomegs4189]

Such an important topic! Our youngest (3) was born with bladder exstrophy she had a 15 hr-7 part complex surgery to repair and move her pelvis and organs around-we have to be diligent with trying to strengthen pelvic floor so she hopefully never has a prolapse/undoes her complex surgery. Her pelvic floor was basically “created” bc she didn’t have one. She’s already in PT for pelvic floor, they want to start strengthening from the start now bc they’ve found waiting until adolescence has shown to be pretty ineffective so her urologist/ortho recommends starting asap. So far it’s fun things like climbing up steps, picking up and carrying metal food cans around, things like that. Thank you so much for the wonderful guest, so much helpful info!!! This is one of my biggest worries for her..

[@dianeoliveira6780]

What a beautiful caring doctor! Funny, when you have passion about what you do, it makes such a difference, especially when it comes to serving people.

[@bonniesass8265]

For my own experience, it began to loose bladder control a few years back, say 4 years ago, so I began researching and discovered that since I sleep on my side, my muscles between my shoulder blades would tighten up in knots. This makes the pelvic floor too weak as the muscles don’t work while in knots. So I found a knobby foam roller to help me release knots after waking up in my hamstrings, lower back, and shoulder blades and I haven’t had leaks with my bladders since using the foam roller. It’s been such a valuable resource for me to help myself.

[@sarlakapadia9251]

Thank you Doctor..very inspired by your talk...❤

[@curiousone6129]

@@bonniesass8265 Please would you elaborate on how you use the knotty foam rollers to release the knots? I'd love to try this, but don't understand what you do.

[@bonniesass8265]

@@curiousone6129 I’ll do my best to explain how I use the knobby foam roller. I wake up in the morning quite often with knots due to my sleep positions. I sit on the floor with both legs outstretched in front. I start by placing the foam roller underneath my calves and then bend my knees enough to roll my calves, then I place the roller underneath my hamstrings and elevate my hips with my hands and roll the roller up and down the hamstrings, then I turn to my stomach and place the roller underneath my thighs, and elevate my hips with my hands and roll my thighs. Then I turn into my backside and place the roller underneath my lower back, bend my knees and roll the spine up to my shoulders and focus between the blades where it’s tense. I roll each area 20 times. I hope this helps you.

[@BedfordFalls7]

This video has touched on a lot of health issues of the bladder and all things in that area. I wish the Dr. or Mel had brought up Interstitial Cystitis. I suffer from this. I had one child, No issues. I was able to not have to pee for hours. I didn't even drink much liquids. At age 43 I suddenly went into the bathroom to pee. I got up and went out of the bathroom only to feel like I never even went. So I went back in to go some more. When I left the feeling of having to "go" never stopped. I talked to my fiancé's babysitter and told her what happened. She said "Oh, you must have a UTI and explained it to me. I had never had one. So I went to get tested at my Dr.'s and it wasn't that. To wind this up, it turned out a urologist at one of Boston's big hospitals told me (after putting me under in an operating room to look inside the bladder that what I had was IC. Many women suffer with this. It was never mentioned here. You can have severe frequency and pain or one or the other. For me it was frequency. So it limits things I can do because I do have to go enough times to make sure there will be a bathroom near by. If you have urgency, or pain in the bladder, check with a specialist. You may have Interstitial Cystitis.

[@hetty805]

gastro defense pro colostrum took care of this for me. Also dmannose is good for bladder. Also pelvic floor pt helps with bladder training. I recommed the site herman and wallace to find one near you

[@picilocarnal]

I thought the doctor mentioned the Botox for the urgency condition. My urologist has suggested it to me for the frequency but I have been putting it off.

[@Paul-l5i8y]

Try Uresta for UTI.

[@Paul-l5i8y]

Try Uresta for UTI

[@tired4717]

D monnase, amitriptyline. Life saver

[@fionanicolson2021]

I just discovered Mel & the first 2 podcasts I listened to had 2 really important females doctors on who are so full of knowledge.

[@Syl-Vee]

It is amazing that until a few years ago, this wasn't even talked about -- when 50% of women are affected in one way or another and many suffer.

[@curiousone6129]

@@Syl-Vee IT'S are serious business. If left untreated to long, it can quickly turn into sepsis. One friend waited to long to get UTI treated. Turned to sepsis and her organs started shutting down. She was treated just in time. And recovered. Another friend was in hospital for the flu. Started getting better. He talked on the phone with his sister and told her he was feeling a lot better and would likely be released in 2 days. He said he felt like he had a UTI , so told his nurse. His sister in law called the next day saying he died! Turned out the UTI wasn't treated, it turned to sepsis, and he died overnight! As we get older we are much more likely to have this happen.

[@katiemvp6536]

❤❤Love what you both are doing for us women. Thank you! 🙏 🙏 Mel you rock! 😘

[@MsBuffalopoo]

Are you reading my mind, Mel? Your topics have been spot on.

[@beans4853]

I just had my fourth baby and with all 3 previous kids i had excruciating pain for almost a year whenever i had intercourse. Understandably, i was pretty nervous this time around as the weeks postpartum passed. I chose to wait about 3 months before trying and did lots of kegels the last 2 weeks and it magically felt completely normal! It hurt a little bit afterwards but i was floored! This was even my most physically traumatic birth of them all (to this area). Caring for your pelvic floor is life changing

[@mhfarmgirl1969]

My bladder has leaked since I was a young girl. I'm 55 and it's terrible! I hope this will be helpful at home!

[@aldonakroll1482]

Finally!!! Somebody is talking about awful condition called prolaps.I had surgery for stage 4 rectum prolaps,vagina and bladder. After 11 months after my surgery I'm not healing

[@aldonakroll1482]

Edit I'm not healing well.Got PT , botox, pain blockers 😢you name.Im not able to work and I'm single.Almost homeless because I'm getting widow pension I'm getting only $120 dissability. I'm devastated, depressed and my life is hell.😢

[@picilocarnal]

@@aldonakroll1482that’s not a good combo. Being depressed will not help you heal. It will make it worse.

[@nicolemerz1731]

So sorry to hear that!!! 😢 Papst you can find help with online doctors like Alloy - just give them a call and perhaps they can refer you to somebody in your region who helps you pro bono!!!!🍀🍀🍀 P.S. And do not vote for misogynistic a*holes like Donald Trump, but Go and vote for Kamala Harris in the upcoming election... die Biden Administration ettli storaged a big Million package for women's Menopause care whereas a*holes Republicans just talk about how much still love women but the never do anything for them. Sorry but that is my view and I'm a politics teacher from Germany how watch is your situation from afar... Best wishes from Germany 🇩🇪🍀🍀🍀💕

[@nicolemerz1731]

So sorry to hear !!!!😢😢😢​@@aldonakroll1482

[@KiranAli-i9w]

OMG! Struggling so much at the moment. Thank you so much. Last night I watched the Oprah interview. I agree @Mel robins - you are a divine send. 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@aubrie_morgan]

Thanks Mel for covering this topic! Its so important! I was told a few years ago that I needed surgery or I would end up with Cauda Equina Syndrome. I didn’t believe I needed it bc its a serious surgery. I just did physical therapy to strengthen my core. Its a very scary thing but we have to prioritize our health bc doctors don’t always have the answers. We have to take care of ourselves!!!

[@lyndi9082]

YES! Always get at least 2 or 3 opinions!! Do you know who knows your own body better than anyone? YOU!! If it doesn't feel right, there are always other options, other opinions, diet and exercise.

[@anna_m59]

Listening to this wonderful podcast while my foots are up on wall relaxing my pelvic floor. I hate this condition so much!!!

[@thelaceygirl]

I think waking up in the middle of the night to pee can also be related to anxiety and/or ocd tendencies.I normally wake up in the middle of the night just because that’s my sleep cycle, not necessarily because I have to go to the bathroom. But as soon as my brain turns on it automatically goes to any problems that I can focus on. I always end up thinking about whether or not I have to pee and then obsessing about it until I just get up and do it so that I can fall back asleep.

[@nancygardnercom]

Thank you so much for discussing this pelvic floor issue. I have had issues since I was four years old. I was born with a small urethra. Had bladder lift surgery that lasted for 10 years (no mesh) in 1991. I was 40 years old. Could not find a female urologist in 1991 (Chicago). Menopause set in when I was 52 years old. I was miserable with nightly sweats. I went through menopause naturally. Had years of Botox injections until the procedure was no longer effective. Had surgery for the Axonics implant device. Have been using the device for 3+ years. Still have leakage and accidents but not as frequently. Thanks for the open and educational discussion. I do not feel alone. Nancy G. From Chicago 20:51

[@dorothychase739]

Thanks!

[@DonaldE.Robins]

The notion of a flawless marriage or relationship is a myth. There's no set formula for success; what works for one couple may not work for another. Yet, I've discovered that there's always a way forward, even in the most challenging times. Five years ago, my wife and I encountered significant hurdles in our marriage that nearly led to divorce. Despite the adversity, we managed to weather the storm and emerge from it with our bond renewed and revitalised.

[@HomerC.Miller-hp6xn]

There is a lot of sense in what you just said and I hope mine works the same way too, we are currently separated but I cant live without her, I love her so much. wish I can get her back I can do anything to have her back, we have tried therapy amongst other things.

[@DonaldE.Robins]

Its always difficult to let someone you love go, but in my case I had the help of a spiritual adviser who saved my marriage from collapsing her name is shelly renee white

[@HomerC.Miller-hp6xn]

This is helpful, I will look her up online right now...Thanks

[@DonaldE.Robins]

You wont regret it.

[@maryglo1]

A single guy my age cracked a joke: "My friend asked me if I would go out with an older woman. I said, 'Depends.'."

[@rocky8855]

Dr Rena Malik is the best!!!! I've sent a few friends who needed her help to her practice in southern California, and she helped all of them get diagnosed and recover

[@annphillips3698]

Lovely to help others Rocky. Ann, Cornwall UK.

[@nacirahm1498]

How much it costs🥲I live in Europe

[@thegreypath1777]

Not everyone lives in Southern California.

[@mlionpine]

Advocacy for pelvic floor therapy in kids is so important too!!!!!

[@Jane-rc2rk]

I had urinary incontinence and periodic constipation … saw the GP who said I had great pelvic floor muscles: turned out I had stage 2 uterine cancer which was pushing on the bladder. I’d had no other symptoms … I started to bleed the day I saw the doctor … but no symptoms. Before self diagnosing get a professional opinion.

[@roseport20001]

AWESOME Thank you!! This is a very important issue that we just don't talk about.

[@GinaSherman-gc2cx]

My daughter sees a pelvic doctor. It has helped her a lot . Great video ❤

[@cathyandresiak]

I have never even heard of a pelvic Doctor! The closest Dr I can find is a urogynecologist , but i thought they just dealt with urinary problems and not constapation issues!

[@kristenrobertson2080]

​@cathyandresiak urogynecologist can also help with getting treatment for constipation. And try to find a pelvic floor physical therapist. I am one. 😊 They can help with treating the cause of the issues. You can exercise for your pelvic floor muscles and find out if you have weakness or tightness contributing to the problem. Also, give you insight on behavior changes and diet to assist.

[@cathyandresiak]

@@kristenrobertson2080 Thank You!

[@vitakhan307]

Thank you so much for the chosen topic, Mel, and for the Doctor you have invited ❤❤❤ It was very useful ❤❤❤ Good luck for both of you!!!

[@nelljustice7681]

Had my bladder come bulging out later in my life! Why doesn't OBGYN's talk about pelvic floor! It should be talked about so we know what the heck is happening down there!

[@almmason7]

Because they don't know. Have to go to specialist to even talk about it in the US

[@theresamcgrew3486]

I think I have a prolapsed bladder but haven’t seen a doctor yet

[@sherriepalm-APOPS]

Incontinence, tissues bulging out of the vagina, chronic constipation, fecal incontinence, and pain with intimacy are all symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse, the biggest secret in women's health. POP is a common condition women are rarely informed of or appropriately screened for during routine pelvic exams. Childbirth and menopause are the leading causes of POP (many others compound risk for all women), and it impacts an estimated 50% of women. POP has been medically documented for nearly 4,000 years, but we're still not talking about it out loud effectively because the word vagina and vaginal health remain highly stigmatized. Ridiculous, health is health. Women suffer in silence for years, sometimes decades as Mel indicated, and that needs to be addressed in healthcare systems. Women need to get vocal to shift the status quo just as occurred with breast health which used to be highly stigmatized but we no longer bat an eyelash at. Every voice matters. Thank you Mel for shining a light on women's below-the-waist health needs. The next significant revolution in women's health is a whisper away.

[@Chrisgraww]

Hi 👋Pretty Gorgeous 🌹..How are you and the weather like ?

[@maig1412]

Mel , you are doing such a good job, this interview was fantastic ,Dr Rena Malik explained everything so clearly, thank you so much. I even listened to the episode a second time and took notes. Wonderful '!!!

[@edithbernoegger24]

my experience over the years: CATIENICA is an excellent, effizient, pelvic floor Training, including the whole body, from head to toe be aware that your body must be in shape from head to the, so don't forget to Train your feet muscles, toes too! your feet, knees and hips belongs to the pelvic floor training it works!

[@annabirou6712]

Thank u million times Mel❣️❣️ What an amazing doctor helping us so much ! 🙏🌹

[@janewheatley2140]

Thanks for this, all very useful info. I agree with comments below that a follow up video specifically about pelvic organ prolapse especially after menopause would be very welcome. Lack of estrogen causes ligaments to stretch and organs start to descend. It can be scary as I've recently found out! It's more common than I ever imagined because it's not talked about. I'd love a video to explore this.

[@lyndi9082]

Right? The things nobody talks about w aging because it's not fun to talk about, but I want to know, not be surpised about crap as it's happening! We learn about periods, followed w a bit of menopause, then it all comes to hault! Let's be proactive in getting the word out not only for ourselves, but for future generations, regarding our aging female bodies! Thanks for this informative discussion Mel!

[@janetcorey5102]

Thank you! This is such powerful and life changing information

[@susanmcmillan7991]

I had all of it for years. Pelvic pain, uti. It all changed when i gave up gluten. Gluten affects the bladder and stomach. I had Gluten Intolerance and its also gone since changing my diet.

[@jabowja]

Interesting I may have to check this out

[@drtale23]

Did you also do an alergy test? Or did you just try it out? Did the uti start rendomly in the middle of life or from early on? Trying to figure out my own situation aswell..

[@karenbaxter2318]

I also have given up gluten but it didn’t solve my leaking issues. Coffee irritates my bladder, so does decaf and fruit juices. However Hypopressives have been a game changer for me, no more incontinence pads.

[@salsarmemimi7292]

I suffered with bladder leakage for years. Went to a urologist and realized that I could have a bladder sling. This helped my life tremendously. It was a very simple procedure. I had no downtime. Fast-forward eight years I started having issues again. Talked to the doctor and decided to havethe 😮Bulkamid procedure. It has changed my life drastically. No downtime very painless seamless procedure. I recommended it to anyone who’s having those issues.

[@QRZ-s3s]

Grateful for your share Looking for options right now

[@cripplecreekqueen]

My mom had a bladder mesh sling. The sling deteriorated and broke apart. The mesh pieces were imbedded into her bladder. Mom has absolutely no control over her bladder now.

[@salsarmemimi7292]

@@cripplecreekqueen I'm so sorry that happened to her. My Dr. warned me of the earlier slings and issues involed. I was fortunate mine worked well for about 7 years. She might talk to her Urologists' about Bulkamid this procedure can be used for both bladder and bowel issues. B;essings to you from Texas.

[@bearball49]

Two bladder surgeries later..they told me this time they could inject botox into my bladder. No way. I will wear a diaper first.

[@salsarmemimi7292]

@@bearball49 The Bulkamid procedure is no painful and has worked great for me. It is a filler but not Botox. I googled it before hand. I also take Gemtesa which helps. I would recommend this procedure from personal experience. Good luck. Blessings to you from Texas.

[@nancysmith1453]

Thank you for talking about this! It is so important. I wish they referred women to physical therapy after childbirth.

[@marybrewer739]

Mahalo This was fantastic. No one has explained this to us before!!!

[@maryhaas785]

I love my Pessary!!! I wish I would had known about this year's ago . Talk to your Gynecologist about it

[@lyndi9082]

Thanks so much Mel for bringing this issue into a deep discussion that so many women secretly deal with! My brain says I have to pee and my uretha says, "okay lets go immediately". I was told it was anxiety induced, so meditate. Yes, this started during covid. Going to a chiropractor helped a lot, but not covered my insurance, it got too expensive. I went to a pelvic floor therapist, and that area was strong. She suggested less water, and to pay attention the FIRST time I realize I may have to pee, just go to the bathroom and not wait. I didn't realize it, but I do tend to wait because "I'm busy". I did go to a urologist, and he said I didn't have a UTI... duh, I know that. He told me to go back to the chiropractor. It's exhausting finding the right fit with someone who can help. I think this video has so much information to help us in a positive, successful direction! Here's hoping! Please do more on this topic 😄

[@carolsaia7401]

Look up emotional issues related to bladder also. Being pissed. Kidney Bladder meridian is related to adrenal stress also. Can you easily express your emotions? Are you connected to your body and emotions or all in your head? What is your kidney health? Also try Chinese Medicine, acupuncture and herbs. They have a different understanding of systems in the body. Good luck to you.

[@MarilynAllison-on2wi]

Share this with all females you care about. I am 67 and this is new to me.

[@victoriatraylor5634]

Thank you so much for this podcast! I've spent the last two years fighting chronic UTIs. Three different doctors blamed me, saying I wasn't wiping correctly or not taking the antibiotics correctly. Even a urologist blamed me. I was also shamed and even refused an appt. I wipe correctly, i also have a bidet on my toilet and a portable one. I have chronic constipation and have recently had referrals to a hip surgeon and a back surgeon.

[@saimarahman9569]

I suffered from chronic UTI, nothing worked. Came across a video and tried and it helped a lot. Grind 1 tablespoon of Coriander seeds,soak overnight in half a glass of water, have first thing in the morning

[@victoriatraylor5634]

Thank you very much, ill buy some today.​@saimarahman9569

[@Sky10811]

tried magnesium supplements 2hours before sleeping for constipation

[@katereznikov8792]

As always Mel touched the VERY important topics ❤

[@leticiapashos4566]

Wow can you imagine talking an antibiotic every time after you have intimacy. What kind a Doctor would do that!!

[@sweetypatnett6123]

Thanks for sharing this video. It was very informative and helpful tips.

[@HildaQuinones-w1r]

Hi Mel, I was just strolling through in KZbin and came across your video. WOW hit the lottery ! I sat down and watched the video and it was so helpful because I have been suffering from a leaking bladder for about six months. I wrote Dr. advises and this coming week I will be making an appointment with my primary physician to find a doctor to help me.

[@resistapathy]

UTI’s and yeast infections can also be caused by high blood sugar which in my case was never picked up by fasting blood sugar tests. And I was not overweight. An A1c picked up my pre diabetes after which I bought a blood sugar meter and saw my blood sugar would spike after eating things like fruit and bread m. Some people are more sensitive to carbohydrates.

[@madonnaslaney2302]

Thanks so much from Canada,,,I’m seventy four, uterus fell out had that done now I have prolapse bowel…now I will see a doc,..

[@Chrisgraww]

Hi 👋Pretty Lady 🌹..How are you and the weather condition like ?

[@gracepiercy5699]

Highly recommend Dr. Bri’s Vibrant Pelvic Health YT channel and Overcoming Pelvic Pain program. Life changing ❤

[@Chrisgraww]

Hi 👋Pretty Gorgeous 🌹..How are you and tbe weather condition like ?

[@gloriasaliba3395]

@@Chrisgrawwcreep

[@MrsSheffield]

Agree! She’s awesome!

[@mizzkathryn7]

Almost 72 here for six years I suffered I did everything from Demannose to antibiotics nothing worked for long. Then someone told me about the BORON CAPCELS for the UTI to insert for seven days I never have had another UTI.

[@StellaMensah-m7v]

Thanks, I belive GOD lead me to your video! I sometimes get up 5 or more times per night. I also just had a hysterectomy and now have constipation problems as well. Your information will help! Thanks and GOD Bless

[@lynhanna917]

Also try not drinking or eating four hours before bed. If i have to go shopping i can make it five to seven hours without needing to use a restroom by restricting my food and water intake prior to leaving home. I have a bottle of water with me but i only sip it, just enough to get some moisture

[@curiousgirl.4134]

Great convo, thank you My mom did the sling but unfortunately there were problems so I won’t do that, but glad to know there are options.

[@rumdo5617]

I had UTI symptoms for many months, even after taking antibiotics. After doing research I learned that I could have a chronic vitamin B1 deficiency. I took both water soluble AND oil capsules of vitamin B1 for two months. Sorted!

[@serenasmith5946]

What happened after taken it did it help you

[@rumdo5617]

@@serenasmith5946 All symptoms completely disappeared after 2 months . I’ve had no problems for about a year. But I’ve got both the water soluble AND oil capsules of Vit B1 at home in case I need them again

[@rumdo5617]

@@serenasmith5946 The symptoms cleared up gradually and disappeared altogether after 2 months. Have been symptom-free for a year now but still keep those 2 types of tablets (water soluble AND oil) at home in case it happens again.

[@drtale23]

Did you comfirm it in a blood test that that was the issue? Or u just went for it?

[@soblessedchelsea59]

Interesting I have uti symptoms that come and go. Negative test and ultrasound results were normal.

[@darnellvmiller7733]

I live in Nassau Bahamas. I spoke with about 5 different doctors within the last 5 years about over active / leaky blader, none of them were able to speak to the situation nor gave me any advice in reference to it. I never study health or medication But i know that it is not normal to have to pee 3 to 4 times every hour. Thanks for the information.

[@karenbaxter2318]

Can I recommend hypopressives? Alice on KZbin is great. I have gone from always needing a pad to not wearing one at all. I was peeing every half an hour but can go nearly two now. These have worked much better than kegals for me. It can take a few months to see the results but for a 15-20 min daily investment i have my life back.

[@foodchoicemattersandmore616]

This gave me the motivation to make an appointment with my doctor to find out how bad it is and how to live with it.

[@isabellabraniganbrown7126]

This was really good. Very informational. Thank you Mel

[@joanneogley4874]

This was so informative and made me understand so much more about myself, thank you

[@alexandral4769]

Loved this episode and the MD!

[@VAL702]

AWESOME Doctor - wish she was local - thank you ladies for this interview

[@phyllidaacworth5212]

I have needed to get up to go to the loo at night since I was 17 when I started having IBS. I am now 52 and getting up only twice would be a good night! I generally have to go to the loo every couple of hours but it has been more since I have been trying to drink 2 litres of water a day.

[@faedundiddley9962]

Me too, what causes that?

[@phyllidaacworth5212]

I am assuming it was related to my IBS with a full bowel pressing on my bladder ​@@faedundiddley9962

[@MsBuffalopoo]

I’m 72, and I was the same. Mine VASTLY improved with estrogen and progesterone. Try HRT. I only get up once at night now.

[@faedundiddley9962]

@@MsBuffalopoo I’m 28, I am not sure what is causing it for me

[@lyndi9082]

I kept a record of the pm pee times on my phone... no wonder I am so damn tired! wtf!

[@stellawahlstrom5679]

Thank you for bringing up this topic. I also recommend trying out hypopressive breathing, a kind of “backward” breathing exercise to relieve infra-abdominal pressure and strengthen the core.

[@stellawahlstrom5679]

Sorry, not “infra”, but “intra”. Typo.

[@karenbaxter2318]

These exercises have given me my life back! I follow Alice on KZbin and have given up wearing pads. I also feel stronger in myself and my posture has improved, even though I already did yoga every day.

[@juneparapini2162]

I feel a lot of helpful information was shared but was a bit incomplete. There are several pelvic organs that can prolapse due to a weak pelvic floor and the solutions are different depending on which organs and how much prolapse happens. I have pelvic organic prolapse (mostly bladder, no uterus prolapse, some bowel) due to a weak pelvic floor which only happened after menopause and my gynecologist said it was most likely due to having 2 forceps deliveries plus the decline of estrogen in menopause (decline of estrogen leads to less strength in muscles, ligaments, skin thickness ... ). My bladder was ballooning out of my vagina when I stood upright. The solutions in this podcast were only briefly mentioned - it would be nice to have more explanation of the choices available. In my case a pessary was the solution, surgery would have involved installation of a mesh to hold the bladder in place which is often not fully supporting the bladder and the mesh can lead to discomfort during sexual intercourse. The pessary holds the bladder up and is high enough to not interfere with sexual intercourse and, amazingly, I can't feel the pessary, I don't even think about it. I am 66, I do have to apply topical estrogen to the vagina 2 times a week, it is a low dose and it helps with vagina skin health. When I first went to the gynecologist, he said my vagina skin was very thin and could be prone to damage by the pessary. I believe if the uterus is the prolapsing organ, surgery is the best choice - removal of the uterus. As bladder removal causes a lot of complications and inconveniences, a pessary is the best choice for prolapsed bladders and surgical installation of a mesh is also a choice. Perhaps you could do another interview with Dr Rena discussing various conditions caused by a weak pelvic floor and their solutions. 60% of women over 60 have weak pelvic floor issues. Mel, you mentioned you had a surgery and have a sling, I don't know what that is or what it does.

[@ssd5813]

This therapist has a new channel with a bunch of great videos explaining some of these issues youtube.com/@mycoreharmony?si=A2S3_KxeMOawLYKM

[@Parakeetfriend4215]

Wild yam and Maca root. But you can get your Ob/Gyn to prescribe it for you. I believe that your estrogen is too low, post menopause. I have to take them for the rest of my life as I no longer have ovaries, but estrogen is what helps with all of that and doctors don't understand menopause. Wild yam is known as Menst in the pharmacy, and is progesterone, the Maca is the estrogen. I take then together for balance. A menopaus dr. said that we have estrogen receptors all over our bodies as women. So at menopause the estrogen drops way low. I know from personal experience that this causes hot flashes, night sweats and dry vaginal, and the bitchies. Get your hormones and feel better. I take the over the counter from a healthfood store, but you can ask your doctor about it too. I just didn't want to take Pregnant horse urine. Pregnant horse, having a baby, something that I never can, I went with plant based. I had everything out due to horrible horrible endometriosis.

[@carolsaia7401]

Wow, that's so sad to hear. I'm sorry you had so much trouble in that area. Glad you know about herbs .

[@annetteraghunanan5935]

I am 73years,I had bladder problems since I started menopause around 50…dr treated me with antibiotics without doing a urine test..a urologist told me as I got older the skin around that area gets thinner so it burns when I urinate..he told me to drink more water,if I drink 3-4 glasses of water in the morning period,I will be fine..hope this is helpful…

[@mig7857]

I disagree that the uterus shoukd be removed if prolapsed. If possible and healthy it shoukd be suspended as it holds everything up. Go ontona hysterectomy site and read all the chats about bladder / back wall / vault prolapses maybe then you'll see where I'm coming from.

[@NancyHacker-u7b]

I'm thankful for learning learning about my pelvic floor.

[@constanceschroer4068]

❤Bless you Mel & Dr. Rena!! Loved today's video !!

[@lindaford-themagneticwoman1429]

I'm surprised the doc didn't mention taking D-manose instead of cranberry. It's so much more effective.Also, when I feel a Uti coming on I soak in a warm bath with baking powder - works like a treat. Also drinking water with baking powder alkalines the body.

[@tired4717]

Baking soda

[@JosetteBadger]

I feel validated by this dr at calling the urethra the “pee tube” for years 😂. Great episode!

[@ameliavh1]

Your shows are awesome, Mel. Amelia, South Africa

[@cleoshenkin]

Thank you, this was really great information. And thank you for sharing your story. Also, I want to recommend a product called the Cooch Ball, or the Gooch Ball if you have make parts. I was having some issues of urgency and other health issues down there and this thing was such an integral part in totally reversing all of it. I can have an extremely full bladder and NO ISSUES waiting to get to a bathroom!! It is so inexpensive and so worth trying! It’s literally just a specially designed ball that you sit on and breathe while gently contracting your pelvic floor for three minutes a day. It’s also great in helping blood flow to the area, which helps women and men who are dealing with sexual dysfunction. Try it!!!

[@bradyjohnson310]

Thank you for always teaching us something new and empowering us to live out best life. 😍

[@LesleyVictoria]

I've been putting off physio after my doc recommended it. I have a healthy bladder but have stress and frequency urgency. My doc said it just think that I don't need to pee and that I have a healthy bladder but that doesn't help me at all

[@maryloudelossantos1624]

Great coverage in detail. It's educational & informative, valuable & helpful. Thank you ever so much.

[@donnahiebert8887]

Thank you both so much. What a fantastic delivery of information so important for all women to know! Gratitude.

[@bettybray5366]

I’d like to recommend the MUTU exercise programme. It has made a big difference for me. Assisted childbirth has given me real issues with stress continence that I have tried to fix intermittently over the years, with limited success. Heading into perimenopause, I started to struggle more. I’m not fixed, but after 3 months (12 minutes a day + 25 minutes x3 a week) I am much stronger and much less leaky.

[@karenbaxter2318]

Have you tried hypopressives? They have been a game changer for me. I dont know if MUTU are similar but no more pads for me, only leak if i have to put off having a pee for too long 🤦‍♀️

[@KL-fm6od]

So great explanations to the right questions ... Kudoos to both!

[@eileendupreez4268]

Thank you. At 77 i definitely need to see a Dr, can you recommend a Dr in South Africa. 4 children normal births, no complications. Now I have a think, a bad, prolapse, also need to pee, and often don’t make it to the toilet. Hoping you know of a Dr I could see, that like you, have a passion to support woman.

[@karenbaxter2318]

Also Try hypopressives, it’s a form of exercise that helps to strengthen the muscles that support your pelvis floor. Doing them daily has been a game changer for me. I dont have to wear incontinence pads any more. I hope you find a doctor that listens and helps you but I think we can do a lot to help ourselves. I have learnt them from a lady called Alice on KZbin, they take a few months to really work but so worth the investment of time. I’m 60, btw, was leaking very badly before i did these exercises, kegals didn’t work for me.

[@Royalbliss206]

When I gave birth to my daughter 35 years ago they had to use forceps, I had no idea the damage that had been done, until I went into perimenipause when (okay maybe TMI but whatever ) I had a tampon in and you know that feeling when it feels like its coming out well it wasn't the tampon 😮 no it was a rectocil ( thank God for google) anyway I went to the doctor , right away!!!! embarrassing but whatever, was fitted for a vaginal ring aka a pessury ,suffered for about 4 years coming to terms with this (which was caused by the doctor 🤬 not my normal doctor he didn't make it on time) they wanted to do surgery I said no ,I've recovered using Premarin ( conjugated estrogens) I changed my diet and "go" regularly now and barely remember I have this. Thanks if you read this to the end, just sharing this unseeable issue.❤

[@deedee2218]

Thank you for mentioning this. I also had “forceps” used on me when my first child was born. I wasn’t aware that could cause a problem down the road. Now I’m on medication (Oxybutynin) and it helps but doesn’t resolve the problem! I know you are not a doctor but what was the protocol you followed in your situation? Open for surgery as a last resort if it gets worse. Thanks!

[@Royalbliss206]

@@deedee2218 I was referred to a gynecologist ,who fitted me with a pessary, which is lnserted into the vagina and acts like a bra to keep everything in place you take it out for cleaning and intimacy with your partner. You forget its there. Hope that explains it for you ,and I pray the best for you 🙏

[@user-nw2cs6ex9o]

May I ask what foods help constipation

[@Royalbliss206]

@@user-nw2cs6ex9o for me it was just eating more Vegetables raw, examples are carrots , baby tomatoes, avacodoes, ,colored peppers, and meat,chicken ,pork turkey,beef,fish no sauce on it just seasoning, no suger I use monk fruit or stevia, I switched to Carbonaut bread , kirkland natural peanut butter,and coconut flour buns, I will never eat any processed foods ever again and just like that I'm regular, with no issues,I'm sorry there isnt an easier answer but it really comes down to that old saying you are what you eat.

[@craftilady]

I also had a very traumatic first birth experience that not only included forceps but my bladder being pushed out in front of my daughter which they had to drain the bladder (the nurses refused to catheterize me which caused my bladder to be so full the baby’s head pushed it out), push the baby back up, push the bladder back into place and then use forceps to help deliver her. I had to have vaginal packing for days to keep my bladder in place and was in excruciating pain for months after. I ended up with uterine prolapse and also interior and anterior prolapse which caused me to have to have a hysterectomy at 48. I begged two different doctors to try something else and they told me there was nothing else that would help but the surgery. Since the surgery I have had constant recurring UTIs (which have finally been helped by Aloe Juice), several intestinal blockages, almost constant constipation, and leaky bladder that I often cannot control anymore. Sorry for the overshare but I wanted you to know you’re not alone and also to thank you because I didn’t realize that this all came from that original delivery. (I did have 4 kids total so I just thought that’s what happened.) I’ve often wondered if that was the cause but wasn’t sure. Best of luck with your recovery!

[@susantroche2910]

Love you for talking about this ❤

[@Adv_Sudha]

Thankyou from India for this informative discussion.

[@dorishaus400]

Oh my gosh!! I’m going through this right now! Had a bladder lift and a hernia repair in my bowel. After the surgery still having leakage, pressure in my vagina and bowel areas. I am going to try the suggestions from this video! Thanks so much for doing this video!! I laughed so hard when you were talking about trying not to fart!!😂

[@joyfullmsweli3974]

So informative, thank you so much.❤

[@mmmelissa00]

Problem is, I have suspected this for at least 5 years and have been to the urologist and they completely do not understand FEMALE urologic conditions!!! At no point did they connect my symptoms to neurological and pelvic floor stuff… just antibiotics. They said my only option was to go on a daily antibiotic for the frequent utis because my bladder wasn’t emptying clearly, even though I’ve had many of these symptoms…

[@cathyandresiak]

Yes, The majority of Doctors have no clue what to do! Finding a Doctor that will actually help you is like looking for a needle in a haystack! Very frustrating!

[@isabellabraniganbrown7126]

Go to another Urogynecologist My girlfriend had that problem. She found a different Dr and is so happy

[@karenbaxter2318]

Try doing hypopressives exercises, no more pads for me. Have also have to stop drinking coffee though 😢

[@djmacek9903]

This was a wonderful informative pod cast !!!!!!! Thank you so much for this open conversation with detailed medical information, that was explained in a way to really understand !!!!! Great Job !!!!!! Thank you !!!!!