Bladder and bowel problems

If you are having problems with bladder or bowel function, we recommend that you seek medical help but there are products and services available that can help you to cope.

Once you know the type of bladder or bowel problem you have, you can start treatment to control the symptoms. Medical help, information and advice is available from your GP and from the NHS Enfield Continence Advisory Service. You will find a number of useful products available such as waterproof mattresses, incontinence pads and male and female urinal bottles. These are available to purchase in local care shops but if you are diagnosed with incontinence you may be able to get them free.

For information on the type of products and services available that may be able to help you, click on the below links.

Continence management - Disability Living Foundation

Domestic clinical waste collection

Clinical waste online request form

Useful contacts

For a list of helpful organisations see our useful external contacts page, which includes details of:

• Continence Advisory Service (NHS Enfield)

• Bladder and Bowel Foundation

Bladder and bowel problems- External Contacts