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Lea Peroni, Didier Armaingaud, Monique Rothan-Tondeur

    Sante Publique (Vandoeuvre-Les-Nancy, France)
    |June 4, 2024
    PubMed
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    Urinary incontinence is poorly understood and often taboo in France, particularly among men and younger people. Public education and awareness campaigns are recommended to improve understanding and management of this common condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • Social Science
    • Public Health
    • Medical Sociology

    Background:

    • Urinary incontinence represents a significant public health challenge.
    • Social representations of urinary incontinence remain under-researched, hindering effective management and patient care.
    • Understanding public perception is crucial for improving treatment outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the social representations of urinary incontinence within the general French population.
    • To identify demographic factors influencing perceptions of urinary incontinence.

    Main Methods:

    • A quantitative, declarative study was conducted using questionnaires.
    • 1803 individuals across France participated in the survey.
    • Data analysis included descriptive statistics and logistic regression to associate variables.

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    Main Results:

    • Urinary incontinence evokes disgust and is perceived as a taboo topic by the French public.
    • Understanding of the condition is notably lower among men, younger demographics, and urban residents in western France.
    • Public interest in urinary incontinence appears limited among certain population segments.

    Conclusions:

    • The study illuminates French population perceptions of urinary incontinence and available prevention methods.
    • Specific participant profiles associated with particular representations were identified.
    • Targeted information and education initiatives are recommended for under-informed demographics.