Male Stress Urinary Incontinence Treatment in Hauppauge and Bay Shore, NY

What is Male Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI)?

Urinary incontinence refers to the loss of bladder control or leaking of urine. Male SUI occurs when there is involuntary leakage of urine during activities that put pressure on the bladder, such as coughing, sneezing, laughing, or lifting heavy objects.

Our reconstructive urologist, Dr. Roger Khouri, has expertise in treating stress urinary incontinence in men. Schedule an incontinence treatment appointment in Hauppause and Bay Shore, NY today by calling (631) 273-1258.

How Common is Stress Urinary Incontinence in Men?

Although this condition is more common in women, 25 percent of males can also have stress urinary incontinence.  If you have incontinence, it is usually a long-term condition so it is best to talk to your provider or urologist for help.

Symptoms of Stress Urinary Incontinence

The main symptom of male SUI is the unintentional leakage of urine during activities that increase abdominal pressure.

Additional symptoms may include:

• Frequent Urination – A need to urinate more often than usual
• Urgency – A sudden and compelling need to urinate
• Incomplete Emptying – A feeling that the bladder has not emptied completely
• Weak Urinary Stream – Difficulty initiating or maintaining a steady urine flow

Causes of Stress Urinary Incontinence

Male SUI is typically caused by prostate surgery, either for cancer or difficulties urinaring. If SUI persists one year after your surgery, the chances that it will improve is extremely small.

When you have SUI, your bladder isn’t holding urine the way it should. This is usually because of damage to your urinary sphincter during prostate surgery.

If you are leaking urine when you are doing an activity and something puts pressure on your bladder, we can help.

Treatment for Stress Urinary Incontinence

Luckily, incontinence is not just a normal sign of aging that you have to live with. There are many treatment options available to give you the relief you need.

We will start with a physical exam, urine test or other tests to determine the underlying cause.

We may also offer the following treatment options:

• Lifestyle changes – Reducing caffeine, carbonation, alcohol, smoking, or other recommendations can help
• Pelvic Floor Exercises (Kegel exercises) – Strengthening the pelvic floor muscles can improve urinary control
• Bladder Training – Learning to schedule bathroom visits and gradually increasing the time between them
• Behavioral Techniques – Techniques such as double voiding (urinating twice within a short period) can help reduce residual urine
• Weight Management – Maintaining a healthy weight can alleviate pressure on the bladder
• Incontinence Products – The use of absorbent pads or adult diapers can provide temporary relief
• Medications – Some can help relax the bladder or help shrink an enlarged prostate
• Surgical Interventions – In severe cases, surgical procedures like the placement of a male sling or artificial urinary sphincter may be considered

AMS 800™ Artificial Urinary Sphincter in Hauppauge and Bay Shore, NY

Our urologist, Dr. Roger Khouri offers AMS 800™ to treat male urinary incontinence in the Hauppauge and Bay Shore area.

What is the AMS 800™ Artificial Urinary Sphincter ?

Considered the gold standard treatment for male SUI, the AMS 800 Artificial Urinary Sphincter (AUS) is designed for all levels of SUI following prostate procedures.

This device offers customizable treatment options based on the patient’s physical condition, with components tailored to fit their anatomy. Device components and accessories include:

Established Outcomes

• More than 50 years of clinical use, with over 250,000 systems sold worldwide

• Dry or improved rates were computed as 79%, ranging from 61% to 100%

• Overall device survival was 72% at 5 years, 56% at 10 years, 41% at 15 years, and 33% at 20 years

How it Works

The AMS 800™ AUS simulates normal sphincter function by opening and closing the urethra, under patient control. When the cuff is closed, urine stays in the bladder.