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Teens

Around 900,000 children and young people face bowel and bladder control problems in the UK. That's around 30 or 40 young people in an average sized secondary school. Dealing with incontinence can have a huge impact on all all areas of a young person's life. 

Get information and advice to help teenagers understand what incontinence is, why it happens and where to get support.

Information on bowel and bladder problems

Information on bowel and bladder problems

Find out about different types of incontinence that teenagers struggle with and why bowel and bladder accidents can happen. Read more

Published: 20th June, 2019

Author: Kerry Vevers

Related topics:
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  • Bedwetting
  • Daytime bladder problems
  • Soiling
  • Teenagers
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Is it just me?

Is it just me?

If you have a bowel or bladder problem, you're definitely not alone and help is available. Read more

Published: 19th June, 2019

Updated: 20th June, 2019

Author: Kerry Vevers

Related topics:
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  • Bedwetting
  • Daytime bladder problems
  • Soiling
  • Teenagers
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Who can help me?

Who can help me?

Find out about the different organisations and people who can help you with your bladder or bowel problem. Read more

Published: 18th June, 2019

Updated: 20th June, 2019

Author: Kerry Vevers

Related topics:
  • Teenagers
  • Teens
  • Where do I go for help?
Useful links and support for teens

Useful links and support for teens

There's lots of help out there for teenagers who are having problems with incontinence. Get signposting to other organisations and further support. Read more

Published: 3rd June, 2016

Updated: 20th June, 2019

Author: Alina Lynden

Related topics:
  • Teens
Appointments & treatment

Appointments & treatment

Here's what to expect when you go to see a doctor or nurse about a continence problem, plus tips for a good appointment. Read more

Published: 2nd February, 2016

Updated: 20th June, 2019

Author: Kerry Vevers

Related topics:
  • Treatment
  • Teenagers
  • Teens
  • Where do I go for help?
What if my doctor says there's nothing wrong?

What if my doctor says there's nothing wrong?

Find out what you can do if your doctor or nurse doesn't accept that you have a bowel or bladder condition. Read more

Published: 1st February, 2016

Updated: 3rd December, 2019

Author: Kerry Vevers

Related topics:
  • Teenagers
  • Teens
  • Where do I go for help?
Should I tell my friends?

Should I tell my friends?

Sometimes it's helpful to talk to your friends about your weeing or pooing problem. Find out how other teenagers dealt with this issue. Read more

Published: 31st January, 2016

Updated: 20th June, 2019

Author: Kerry Vevers

Related topics:
  • Teenagers
  • Teens
  • Who do I tell?
How do I tell my friends?

How do I tell my friends?

If you're not sure how to tell your friends about your bowel or bladder condition, read these tips from other teenagers. Read more

Published: 30th January, 2016

Updated: 16th December, 2019

Author: Kerry Vevers

Related topics:
  • Teenagers
  • Teens
  • Who do I tell?
Should I tell my teachers?

Should I tell my teachers?

If you tell your teacher about your continence problem, they should be able to help you manage it at school. Read more

Published: 29th January, 2016

Updated: 9th February, 2018

Author: Kerry Vevers

Related topics:
  • Right to Go
  • Teenagers
  • Schools
  • Teens
  • Who do I tell?
Dealing with my problem at school

Dealing with my problem at school

Tips from other teenagers on how to handle a bowel or bladder problem at school. Read more

Published: 28th January, 2016

Updated: 12th July, 2019

Author: Kerry Vevers

Related topics:
  • Teenagers
  • Schools
  • Teens
  • Dealing with my problem away from home
Dealing with my problem on nights away

Dealing with my problem on nights away

Going on a school trip or sleepover? Don’t panic! Find out what you can do to manage your bowel or bladder problem when you’re not at home. Read more

Published: 27th January, 2016

Updated: 20th June, 2019

Author: Kerry Vevers

Related topics:
  • Constipation
  • Secondary nocturnal enuresis
  • Bladder problems
  • Bedwetting
  • World Bedwetting Day
  • Nocturnal enuresis
  • Teens
  • Dealing with my problem away from home
About the Teens section

About the Teens section

Our web pages helping teenagers with bowel and bladder problems were developed after talking directly to young people with experience of these issues. Read more

Published: 26th January, 2016

Updated: 18th December, 2017

Author: Kerry Vevers

Related topics:
  • Research
  • Teenagers
  • Teens
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