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Management of bladder problems in patients with multiple sclerosis
1Northumbria Healthcare NHS Trust, Wallsend, UK.
British Journal of Community Nursing
|September 25, 2002
Summary
Bladder problems are common in multiple sclerosis (MS). Treatments are available to manage MS bladder dysfunction, including storage, emptying, or combined issues, with community nurses playing a key role.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Urology
- Nursing
Background:
- Bladder problems are prevalent in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients.
- Symptoms like frequency, urgency, and incontinence significantly impact quality of life.
- Patients often lack awareness of available management and treatment options.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the common types of bladder dysfunction in MS patients.
- To inform about available treatments for MS-related bladder issues.
- To emphasize the role of community nurses in managing these conditions.
Main Methods:
- Categorization of MS bladder dysfunction into storage, emptying, or combined types.
- Review of current treatment and management strategies.
- Assessment of the community nurse's role in patient care and referral.
Main Results:
- MS bladder dysfunction commonly presents as storage, emptying, or combined issues.
- A range of treatments exist to manage these symptoms.
- Community nurses can provide initial treatment and identify patients needing specialist referral.
Conclusions:
- Effective management of MS bladder problems is achievable through various treatments.
- Community nurses are crucial in providing first-line care and facilitating access to multidisciplinary teams.
- Increased awareness of treatment options can improve patient outcomes and quality of life.