AI Article Synopsis
- Urinary and faecal incontinence can severely affect physical health and lead to significant psychological distress and a lower quality of life.
- The article aims to outline the types and causes of incontinence, discuss the related psychological issues, and offer management strategies.
- Addressing both the physical and psychological aspects of incontinence is crucial for improving patients' overall wellbeing and quality of life.
Article 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.
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.
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.
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