CUCS Survivors of Abuse
The Continence, Urology and Colorectal Service is working in conjunction with the Leeds Sexual Health Service to help all survivors of abuse who have developed bladder or bowel issues.
Don’t be afraid to get help.
Don’t let your bladder/ bowel problems stop you from living your life, gaining control and feeling empowered.
Sexual assault, abuse or domestic violence are known to have a long term impact on a person’s health.
This can lead to multiple health complaints which include:
- IBS
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Painful intercourse
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Over active bladder
- Mixed bladder symptoms
- Urinary and faecal incontinence
We can offer the following:
- Confidential
- Bladder/bowel management
- Supported
- Kindness and
- Continuity of
- Time to talk in a safe
- Referrals to additional organisations where necessary.
What will happen?
- You will be offered a full initial assessment which may include a physical examination with your full
- The assessment, treatment and management will be at your
- You will be offered advice and treatment plans on managing your
- We will support you throughout your
- We will respect any decision made by you regarding your treatment.
Statistics on abuse and incontinence
Statistics on abuse and incontinence
1 in 4 women will experience physical, emotional or sexual abuse in their lifetime. This can happen at any age.
30% of abused women have experienced painful sex.
72% of abuse survivors report urinary incontinence in which 1 in 3 women wear pads.
