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[Dancinggirl]

Hi orria
I'm not resisting HRT - I've taken it for many years and I am keeping an open mind about whether to take it again.  I was told to take a break from HRT last autumn as I was 57 and my Mirena had come to the end of it's life.  Most GPs like you off HRT by the time you are 60 - I'm now 58.  I'm seeing a gynae because I think it may be wise to go back on HRT and want the backing from a top specialist. I know I sleep better when on HRT and this may solve some of my problems.
The negative effects of oestrogen deficiency on the bladder is well known and gynaecologists are often good at helping with bladder problems as feel as all the usual female bits.
DG x

[orrla]

Do you know what - sometimes I think that GPs simply want to save money on us, sorry!

I like what this guy says - to me, he makes sense: http://www.studd.co.uk/

All the best to you too! 

[honeybun]

During pregnancy my midwife told me to buy a child's step stool and use it when I went for a wee. It lifts your knees quite high but really helps empty the bladder. The step stool is still around despite years of use including little ones using it for all sorts.
It's great if you suffer from constipation...makes going much easier.

I always thought if you leaned forward then the bladder empties much easier but I was wrong. When I went to a bladder clinic I was told to lean back. I am much more patient these days and sit for a bit longer to make sure my bladder is empty.
I also resist the urge to pee three times before I go out. I try to make sure my bladder is full.

My daughter is terrible. She can go for many hours between toilet visits....is she heading for trouble as she gets older....who knows.


Honeyb
x

[Dancinggirl]

I always thought I emptied my bladder better if I leaned forward - I'm going to trying leaning back instead.  I very,very rarely get constipated - quite the opposite - I open my bowels at least once a day - often twice. I actually need to eat things like eggs quite often to bind me up!!!  Sorry TMI I think.
This thread has been very informative though - thanks for sharing everyone. DG x