10. PATIENT QUALITY OF LIFE (QOL)
The MEC can give men who suffer from incontinence greater confidence, comfort and QoL.
Urinary incontinence can have a significant detrimental effect on a person’s body image and self-esteem as it undermines society’s norms relating to body control. This can be further complicated by the use of devices to control urinary incontinence. Drainage systems are discreet and reliable systems that can have both physical and psychological benefits.
A full continence assessment is paramount for a successful outcome as there are several potential problems associated with this method of management. [48]
Body Image
Loss of control over bladder function whether through accident, disease or age can have a detrimental effect on a person’s perception of himself and his self-esteem. This in turn can have an impact on his social and family interaction.
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