Are incontinence pads provided for bodily fluids other than urine and faeces?
No. Incontinence pads are made differently to sanitary wear. Therefore they are not supplied for bodily fluids other than urine and faeces.
I’m in a wheelchair, will the clinic be accessible?
Most Health and Care Centres are accessible, but not all. Please contact us if you would like to discuss your individual access needs.
Why didn’t I receive an appointment nearer to home?
Please note that we don’t run clinics out of every Health and Care Centre across NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. We make every effort to give you an appointment near to home, but sometimes we might offer an earlier appointment at a venue a bit further away so you get seen sooner – please contact us if you have difficulty attending a particular venue and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Is it just my age?
Whilst age can be a factor in bladder and bowel control, there will be other reasons for your symptoms and age is not a barrier to successful treatment.
Why do you scan my bladder and what does the scan show?
We scan your bladder as part of our assessment to make sure it is emptying properly and make sure you get the right treatment.
Can my bladder or bowel symptoms be cured?
There is every likelihood that your symptoms can be improved and the possibility that they can be cured. That is why we ask you lots of questions about your bladder and bowel symptoms and examine you physically, check your urine and scan your bladder.
How do I access a urine sample container if I have nothing I can use at home?
You can get a urine sample container from your local pharmacy or GP surgery.
If I need a reassessment of my continence needs, how do I go about this?
You should contact your GP, who will make a re-referral.
What is a Behavioural Intervention Group (BIG)? Will I be expected to talk at it, or share any personal information? Will there be any men there?
The Behavioural Intervention Group consists of a small group of women. At this group one of our nurses will give you information about bladder symptoms and treatment options. You will not be expected to speak or to share personal information.
Why did you check my urine? What might show up and what does this mean?
We routinely test your urine to rule out any abnormalities, e.g. urinary tract infection. If we find anything abnormal we pass this to your GP for action.
Can I get pads?
Only after a thorough continence assessment, it may be necessary to prescribe pads for you. This is often only as a temporary measure whilst you are undergoing treatment.