Talk to a Doctor About Stress Urinary Incontinence

Many women are understandably reluctant to talk to their doctors about stress urinary incontinence (SUI). In fact, many women don’t realize that 1 in 3 women suffer from stress urinary incontinence.¹

Not all doctors treat this form of incontinence regularly, so you may need to find a specially trained doctor in your area to learn more about the latest treatment options Find a doctor familiar with GYNECARE^® products now.

Stress urinary incontinence is a common, treatable condition and GYNECARE TVT™ Tension-free Support for Incontinence can help you enjoy more of your life.

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Get the conversation started today. Based on your condition, there are questions you might want to ask your doctor or surgeon. The following questions are designed to help you find out more information about your particular condition and the kinds of treatment that may be right for you. The more informed you are, the more comfortable you'll be with the decision you, your family and your doctor make together.

1. What type of incontinence do I have?
2. What course of treatment do you recommend for me?
3. What are the least invasive treatment options for the type of incontinence I have?
4. Am I a candidate for treatment with GYNECARE TVT™?
5. Will treatment affect my ability to have children?
6. What are the risks associated with GYNECARE TVT™?
7. How soon after treatment can I resume my normal activities?
8. May I talk to one of your patients who has been treated with GYNECARE TVT™?
9. Can you take care of this problem or can you refer me to a doctor specializing in treating stress urinary incontinence?

Download a discussion guide about stress urinary incontinence below:

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Remember to learn all you can, and ask questions about the issues that are most important to you. This is the best way to feel confident that you are making the best decision possible. For added support, consider bringing a friend who can ask the questions you feel embarrassed about or may forget to ask.