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PAULA TRUFANT, RN

With heavy hearts we regret to tell you that we have lost a member of our OB-GYN Family.

Paula passed away unexpectedly.  She was a dedicated, compassionate nurse who always put her
patients first. 
Paula will be sadly missed by all.

Our office will be closed on Wednesday, May 5th, to allow our staff to attend her funeral.

 

 

 

 
What Are The Causes Of Incontinence? 

Incontinence can be caused by a number of physical conditions.  About half of all cases of incontinence are temporary and can be reversed once the cause is identified and treated.  Some causes of temporary incontinence are:

  • Urinary tract infection
  • Vaginal infection
  • Fecal impaction
  • Reaction to medication

Incontinence that is not a result of infection, impaction or reaction to medication often has a more "fixed" cause.  Some of the most common fixed causes of incontinence include:

  • Pelvic muscle weakness
  • Weakness of the urethral sphincter
  • Bladder muscle overactivity
  • Bladder muscle weakness
  • Decrease in estrogen hormone in women

Once identified, these conditions can be successfully treated and reversed.  Your physician or nurse will help you identify the exact cause of your incontinence. 

 

 

The Ob/Gyn Group of Attleboro and
Women's Center for Bladder & Pelvic Health
671 & 687 North Main Street
Attleboro, MA 02703
Urgent Medical Problems: 508-222-3200

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