I have my first appt today and am very nervous. I have no problem urinating, but my neurologist thought seeing a urologist before there were problems would be a good idea. She kind of scared me. Am I to believe there will be problems down the road? What should I expect during my appointment?
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Taking action before you have to is a good idea. I love the concept of 'pre-habilitation' -- take measures now and you may not have problems down the road.
Yes, bladder urgency is something that many of us struggle with. It’s just something that you should have in the back of your brain to be aware that it’s something that may become an issue down the road.
Please don't be scare it is to protect and make sure that you are doing good. With M. S. many has problem with the bladder. I have a lot of problem with my bladder. So please go because you are strong and a warrior.
Well said, @A MyMSTeam Member! Sadly, I am the same. I, too, require the use of a Depends these days when I am going to be far away from a bathroom. BTW, I am 57 as this year. I was born in 69, I tell folks I was born at Woodstock…..
I’ve had MS for five years and am 50 years old. I’ve had bladder issues for a while now and my neurologist also recommended I go as well for prevention more then anything