Don’t give up! Improve your urinary incontinence problems with a method that’s right for you! “NHK Today’s Health Special Edition: Women’s Urinary Incontinence and Urinary Troubles – Enjoy Comfortable Daily Life with Self-Care and Treatment” will be released on October 18th.
NHK Publishing Co., Ltd. Press Release: October 18, 2025 To Members of the Press Don’t give up! Improve your “urinary incontinence worries” with a method that suits you! “NHK Today’s Health Special Edition: Women’s Urinary Incontinence and Urinary Troubles – Enjoy Comfortable Days with Self-Care and Treatment” goes on sale October 18th. ● Self-healing “pelvic floor muscle training”● “Diagnosis and treatment” from examination to surgery● Self-check with the “urination diary”!
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【Table of Contents】 ●Prologue: Even if you’re overweight or older, you can improve your urinary problems ●Chapter 1: Find out the cause of your urinary problems by type Type 1 Leakage of urine when coughing or exercising Stress urinary incontinence Type 2 Sudden, uncontrollable urge to urinate Overactive bladder/urge urinary incontinence Type 3 Mixed urinary incontinence, where stress and urge symptoms overlap Type 4 Frequent nighttime urinary urinary frequency Nocturia Type 5 Foreign body sensation between the legs and urinary problems Pelvic Organ Prolapse Type 6 Difficulty in urinating, weak flow Underactive Bladder A Surprisingly Common Misconception Sweat, vaginal discharge, or hot water leakage may occur Beware of this! If you experience pain or your urine is an unusual color… ・Column Visualize the causes of urinary problems by keeping a urination diary ●Chapter 2: First, “Improve Yourself” Training and lifestyle changes Do-it-yourself Improvements Improve your symptoms with training and lifestyle changes Pelvic Floor Muscle Training [Basics] Strengthen your ability to hold your urination Pelvic Floor Muscle Training [Preparation]Let’s move your pelvic floor muscles Pelvic Floor Muscle Training [Basic]Perform two movements: “Squeeze” and “Squeeze” Pelvic Floor Muscle Training [Advanced]Feel free to continue in various positions Pelvic Floor Muscle Training [Practice]Tighten your pelvic floor muscles at the right time ・Our ExperienceOnce I got the hang of it, I was able to make it to the bathroom on time ・I Want to Know MoreI Went to a Pelvic Floor Muscle Training Class Bladder training Hold your urine and increase your bladder capacity Review your fluid intake Be careful not to drink too much or too little fluid ・Our experience My symptoms improved when I limited myself to drinking water Lose Weight Lose weight to improve urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse ・Our Experience I lost weight and urinary incontinence after quitting snacking Relieve Constipation Relieving constipation reduces strain on the pelvic floor Posture when urinating Adjust your posture to ensure complete urination If you suffer from nocturia Try to reduce nighttime trips to the bathroom Tips for going out Prepare for emergencies and go out as often as possible ・I want to know more We tested the absorbency of incontinence pads and sanitary napkins ●Chapter 3: Don’t be embarrassed to see a doctor! Treatments by type Diagnosis We will determine the type of urinary problem you have through a medical interview. Treatment for Stress Urinary Incontinence We will determine the treatment method based on the impact on your lifestyle and testing. Treatment for Stress Urinary Incontinence Prevent urinary leakage through surgery to support the urethra with tape ・Our Experience I decided to have surgery so I could continue playing golf Treatment for Stress Urinary Incontinence Hospital stays are short, and patients can return to their daily lives quickly after discharge ・Our Experience I can now play with my grandchildren without worrying about urinary incontinence Treatment for Overactive Bladder and Urge Incontinence We assess the severity using a urination diary and questionnaire Treatment for Overactive Bladder and Urge Incontinence Increase the amount of urine stored in the bladder with medication Treatment for Overactive Bladder and Urge Incontinence Continue to improve your lifestyle and try to discontinue medication ・Our Experience I can now join bus trips Treatment for Overactive Bladder and Urge Urinary Incontinence Treatment options are increasing, even in refractory cases ・Our Experience Annual Botox® injections have eliminated urinary leakage Treatment for Nocturia Treatment tailored to the cause while improving your lifestyle ・Our Experience The number of nighttime urination trips has decreased, and my health has improved Treatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse Treatment is determined based on the protruding organs and the extent of the protrusion Treatment for pelvic organ prolapse Special underwear is used to prevent protrusion. Treatment for pelvic organ prolapse A pessary can also be used to prevent protrusion. Treatment for pelvic organ prolapse Surgery can provide fundamental improvement. Treatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse After surgery, we will monitor your progress while reducing the number of visits to the hospital. Our Experience I no longer have difficulty urinating or walking. Treatment for Underactive Bladder Monitoring your progress is the basic approach. We also consider your posture when urinating. ・Our Experience Leaning forward made it easier to urinate. Treatment for Bacterial Cystitis We identify the causative bacteria and treat with medication. Treatment for Interstitial Cystitis Bladder dilation treatment improves pain and frequent urination.
Supervised by: Kumiko Kato
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/18219/1193/18219-1193-0a5214e016461e163fcef62466879c43-1078×1521.jpg NHK Today’s Health Special Edition: Women’s Urinary Incontinence and Urinary Problems Title: Special Edition NHK Today’s Health: Women’s Urinary Incontinence and Urinary Troubles – Enjoy Comfortable Daily Life with Self-Care and Treatment Supervised by: Kumiko Kato Edited by: NHK Publishing Publisher: NHK Publishing Price: 1,430 yen (tax included) Release date: October 18, 2025 Format: B5 Paperback Number of pages: 96 (all two-tone) ISBN: 978-4-14-794204-1 ▼Click here to purchase Amazon…https://amzn.asia/d/3Mh2b6H Rakuten
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