Urinary and faecal incontinence: psychological factors and management recommendations.

Authors :: Kuoch KL
Hebbard GS
O'Connell HE
Austin DW
Knowles SR
Source :: The New Zealand medical journal [N Z Med J] 2019 Oct 04; Vol. 132 (1503), pp. 25-33. Date of Electronic Publication: 2019 Oct 04.
Publication Year :: 2019
Abstract: Background: Urinary and faecal incontinence substantially impacts upon physical health and is associated with significant psychological distress and reduced quality of life. Due to stigma and embarrassment, many patients do not present for management of their incontinence.<br />Aim: The objective of this article is to summarise the forms and causes of urinary and faecal incontinence, highlight the psychological mechanisms and psychopathology associated with incontinence, and provide management recommendations.<br />Conclusion: Urinary and faecal incontinence can have a significant impact on an individual's psychological wellbeing and quality of life. Psychological factors may either contribute to or arise from incontinence and should be addressed as part of the overall management plan.<br />Competing Interests: Nil.

Subjects :: Humans
Mental Health
Fecal Incontinence classification
Fecal Incontinence etiology
Fecal Incontinence psychology
Fecal Incontinence therapy
Patient Care Management methods
Psychological Distress
Quality of Life
Urinary Incontinence classification
Urinary Incontinence etiology
Urinary Incontinence psychology
Urinary Incontinence therapy

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