The Impact of Urinary Incontinence in Working Women: A Study in a Production Facility

Fitzgerald, Sheila; Palmer, Mary H.; Kirkland, Victoria L.; Robinson, Leslie

doi:10.1300/j013v35n01_01

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“…12,14,29 Logistic regression analysis confirmed the contribution of BMI to the presence of UI in this study. Because weight loss in obese women had been shown to improve UI, 30 maintaining a normal BMI may be helpful in preventing UI.…”

Section: Storage Symptomssupporting

confidence: 79%

“…Attention could also be paid to other factors in the work environment such as adequacy of bathroom breaks and straining to lift heavy subjects because these factors may be related to UI as suggested by Fitzgerald et al 14 Few studies had been conducted to investigate the factors associated with increased daytime urinary frequency and comparison to such studies proves challenging. The findings of this study (chronic cough and chronic constipation) are not consistent with previous work.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Infrequent voiders-the so called ''nurse's bladder'' and ''teacher's bladder''-who have developed the habit of holding their urine for prolonged periods of time and voiding only a few times each day are predisposed to stasis, voiding dysfunction, and infection. However, the associations between the presence of LUTS and work-related factors have seldom been investigated 14 . Work identifying factors associated not only with UI but also with the other LUTS is essential.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Factors related to lower urinary tract symptoms among a sample of employed women in Taipei

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Dougherty

Biemer

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Neurourology and Urodynamics

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Aim: To identify factors associated with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) among female elementary school teachers in Taipei. Methods: This study is a cross-sectional, descriptive study. A total of 520 surveys were distributed to 26 elementary schools in Taipei. Logistic regression was used to identify possible factors related to individual LUTS. Results: Study results were based on the information provided by 445 participants. Of the 445 teachers, 293 (65.8%) experienced at least one type of LUTS. Factors associated with urinary incontinence were body mass index (BMI), vaginal delivery, obstetric and/or gynecological surgery, bladder habits, and job control. Increased daytime urinary frequency was associated with chronic cough and chronic constipation. Bladder habits, straining to lift heavy objects at work and chronic constipation were associated with urgency. Nocturia was associated with age and caffeine consumption while intermittent stream was associated with the presence of a family history of LUTS and chronic constipation. Bladder habits and regular exercise were associated with weak urinary stream. Incomplete emptying was more likely to occur in teachers with chronic constipation and in those who did not exercise regularly. Conclusion: All the LUTS under logistic regression analyses were associated with 1-3 modifiable factors. Identification of these modifiable contributing factors may be useful to health care providers. Education of women may include the importance of maintaining normal body weight, good bladder/bowel habits, and regular exercise, treating chronic cough, decreasing daily caffeine consumption, and implementing feasible environmental modifications in employment settings.

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Factors related to lower urinary tract symptoms among a sample of employed women in Taipei

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“…The rate at which patients consult with a physician regarding their symptoms ranges from 60% to as low as 6% 3,7,10 . Reasons for not seeking medical attention include embarrassment, lack of knowledge of treatment options, and the belief that urinary symptoms are a normal part of aging 11 .…”

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Overactive bladder in women: symptom impact and treatment expectations

MacDiarmid

Rosenberg

2005

Current Medical Research and Opinion

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Women are making an effort to cope with disruptive symptoms of OAB. However, a communication gap between health care providers and patients with urinary symptoms may be a barrier to appropriate medical therapy. Health care providers should routinely query patients about urinary symptoms. In addition to choosing a medical treatment that can produce a meaningful reduction in symptoms, health care providers should set expectations for patients and monitor patient satisfaction with the prescribed treatment regimen.

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“…10,19 The studies received institutional review board approval prior to implementation. No monetary incentive was offered to women in either group.…”

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Urinary Incontinence in Working Women: A Comparison Study

Palmer

Fitzgerald

2002

Journal of Women's Health

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Incontinence is a prevalent condition in working women. Discrepancies exist in the nature of the urine loss and strategies used to manage incontinence. Treatment also differs for those women who report urine loss to healthcare providers. Most women want to learn more about incontinence. Secondary prevention strategies need to be tailored and tested to meet symptoms and concerns for women in different work settings.

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The Impact of Urinary Incontinence in Working Women: A Study in a Production Facility

Abstract: UI is a prevalent problem for working women. Workplace programs designed to assist women with prevention, treatment, and management of UI are crucial.

Cited by 39 publications

References 21 publications

Factors related to lower urinary tract symptoms among a sample of employed women in Taipei

Factors related to lower urinary tract symptoms among a sample of employed women in Taipei

Overactive bladder in women: symptom impact and treatment expectations

Urinary Incontinence in Working Women: A Comparison Study

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