Wealden Times | WT260 | January 2024 | Good Living Supplement inside
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The Priceless <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Living</strong> <strong>Supplement</strong> sponsored by<br />
Alex Chipperfield<br />
Urological conditions<br />
Sadly, due to its association with<br />
the genitals and urinating, there’s<br />
a stigma attached to urology<br />
that prevents people being<br />
open about their condition.<br />
Mary Barker, Continence Care<br />
Nurse at Benenden Hospital,<br />
says: “No-one really wants to talk<br />
about their bladder problems,<br />
but we have found that men are<br />
more reluctant than women to<br />
come forward, although it has got<br />
better over the years. It’s certainly<br />
not as taboo as it used to be.”<br />
Urge a loved one to seek help if<br />
they experience bladder issues<br />
that affect their daily routine<br />
or symptoms of an enlarged<br />
prostate such as weak flow. Initially, they<br />
should see their GP, who can then refer<br />
them to a consultant if necessary.<br />
Seeking treatment<br />
If you’re looking for advice on any of the<br />
above health issues that are affecting a friend<br />
or loved one, Benenden Hospital can support<br />
you every step of the way. Its dedicated team<br />
of experts can diagnose and treat a range of<br />
male health conditions including prostate<br />
enlargement, joint pain, urinary incontinence<br />
and testicular lumps and bumps, with<br />
private GP appointments available.<br />
For more information, call<br />
Benenden Hospital’s<br />
Private Patient Team<br />
on 01580 362 850 or visit<br />
www.benendenhospital.org.uk<br />
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