In this special women’s health episode of the MS Plus podcast series, Continence Nurse Fiona Easton discusses the impact of menopause and perimenopause on bladder health, especially in women with MS. She elaborates on typical changes during menopause, effective management strategies, and the importance of pelvic floor exercises. This episode provides valuable information for women navigating menopause and its associated bladder changes.
With thanks to Fiona Easton.
Fiona Easton is a registered nurse as well as an MS Continence Nurse and has been working at MS Plus for over 16 years. Fiona’s main role involves conducting the continence clinic at the MS Blackburn site as well the MS Watsonia and Williamstown supported living sites in Melbourne.
Fiona’s background is that of general nursing and she is currently a registered continence advisor. She has a 4-year psychology degree and has experience in palliative care and crisis counselling.
Fiona enjoys working with people living with multiple sclerosis, including those who are newly diagnosed through to those with chronic symptoms. And she feels they would be the most resilient group of people she has met.
This podcast was developed as part of a comprehensive Women’s Health Resource designed for women living with MS, addressing key topics such as family planning & pregnancy, and menopause. This project was developed in collaboration with women living with MS, with support from expert health professionals.
To explore the full resource, visit: https://www.msplus.org.au/womenshealth
The information presented in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. The content is provided by a continence nurse and is based on general knowledge and expertise. However, individual health conditions and needs vary, and you should always seek the advice from your own neurologist and healthcare team.
Published September 2024.
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