How menopause can impact with bladder with Continence Nurse Fiona Easton

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

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MS Plus Connect 1800 042 138 or email connect@msplus.org.au

Views expressed on the MS Podcast, including any discussions or reference to medications or treatments by podcast guests, do not necessarily represent the views of MS Plus and should not be seen as either an endorsement or rejection of a treatment.

MS Plus does not recommend any specific treatment for people living with MS. Decisions about any treatments, taking into consideration the potential benefits and side effects for each individual’s circumstances, should be made in careful consultation with the person’s neurologist or health care professional.