Hi Nikky, I'm currently in treatment i started chemotherapy and immunotherapy in September. Incontinence is one of the side effects I'm currently struggling with. Hopefully everything will get back to normal after treatment.
I had first burst of incontinence during chemotherapy. I was walking, the public toilets were closed and I just found myself losing my bladder. At night I generally managed to get to the loo alright
It didn't happen often but unfortunately it didn't stop after chemo finished (although still on an aromatase inhibitor ). I was referred to urology who did a v good check and I now have medication plus loads of pelvic floor exercises.
Let your chemo team know and ask if referral to urology would provide some support . There are also washable pants for light incontinence. I have some made by tena but there is Jude too.
I too had incontinence issues after my 1st cycle of EC.
I called the helpline but they weren't concerned as I didn't have the common symptoms of a UTI. The burning, smell etc. I did a urine sample for my district nurse who tested it and showed no markers. I mentioned it to my team and it could be just a lazy bladder due to the amount of fluids I was drinking just to stay hydrated.
I had my 2nd EC today and no signs.
I brought some pads from Tesco's that were discreet and a bit of god send tbh.
I was so embarrassed and constantly washing clothes but thankfully I have a husband that took care of me.
I have been assured that it is temporary along with possible constipation I experienced due to bad diet and appetite
I hope it's temporary as it can be embarrassing. Especially when trying to do every day life
I also did not present with any symptoms my dip stick test was clear and no smell but urine was darker b it the blood test showed high white blood cells so I’m glad my team where a bit more thorough in checking me out I slept like a log last night knowing that I was getting treatment and the safety net of a night pad lol oh the things we must endure aswell as battling bc
