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@A MyCOPDTeam Member I have experienced some bladder leakage when I get panicky, which also directly relates to shortness of breath. I usually use a poise pad when I go out of the house (just in case). I am on oxygen 24/7 as well.
Absolutely @A MyCOPDTeam Member and it doesn't matter where or when and it can be annoying and embarrassing. It may be a kind of panic reaction. if you go to the Mayo Clinic online they have an excellent article teaching men how to do Kegel exercises that strengthen the pelvic floor that can help you lessen or eliminate the urine leaks.
When your O2 percentage drops below 87% your heart and brain are the only two organs that get oxygen delivered to them. So the lower and longer with out O2 below 87%, you bladder and your bowels will release, your organs will start getting damaged.
That is why is is important to stop and do PLB [Pursed Lipped Breathing] to get your O2 numbers back up into the 90's. If you can't get it back up within 5 minuets you need to go to the hospital.
That should help you control it a little better. Are you on oxygen yet?
Instead of practicing pursed lip breathing, I'm heading to the bathroom. Nothing to do with oxygen with me, but it can happen for any number of reasons, including stress incontinence. Usually all I have to do is head to the kitchen faucet, and bingo I have to 'go' right now. It also helps to keeps the bladder as empty as possible and of course, wear protection.. But also, stay well hydrated. Sort of a catch-22.
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