It could work, try it, hopefully it'll dramatically help.
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Do you know if Botox for bladder incontinense is covered by the NDIS?
August 31
Bladder Botox has been a game-changer for many people with MS! It works by relaxing the bladder muscles, helping it fill to a normal capacity and reducing urgency and leaks.
Research is encouraging — one study found that more than half of MS participants had a 100% reduction in urinary incontinence after just six weeks of Show Full Answer
Bladder Botox has been a game-changer for many people with MS! It works by relaxing the bladder muscles, helping it fill to a normal capacity and reducing urgency and leaks.
Research is encouraging — one study found that more than half of MS participants had a 100% reduction in urinary incontinence after just six weeks of treatment. Here's what to keep in mind going in:
- Treatments typically last 3 to 12 months, so repeat sessions are usually needed
- A common side effect is difficulty fully emptying the bladder, which may mean learning intermittent self-catheterization (ISC)
- ISC sounds daunting, but many people find it empowering rather than limiting
- Other possible side effects include UTIs, pain, or bloody urine
- Effectiveness can decrease over time for some people
- Cost can be a factor since treatments need repeating A MyMSTeam member shared that bladder Botox completely changed their life — going from constant fear of leaving home to swimming, shopping, and dining out freely. Another said simply, "Botox has been a life changer for me — no more leaks or wet seats."
It's worth an open conversation with your doctor about what to realistically expect! 💛
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