Urinary Incontinence Tool (ECTRIMS 2011)

So, while I was at ECTRIMS in Amsterdam. I asked a question to Allergan, Inc. about their Urinary Incontinence Tool. I have received an answer to my question and I would like to share this information with everyone. The question we asked was...: 

"Please tell us about the exciting new urinary incontinence screening tool that will be available to MS patients in the coming months."

The Answer we received from Manuel Signori, Sr. Director, Global Strategic Marketing, Urology.

"Many people with multiple sclerosis (MS) live for more than 4 years with bladder problems (incontinence) before having their first discussion with their physician about their condition. Often times, patients don¹t discuss their bladder issues with their doctor because they feel embarrassed or consider bladder issues something they just have to live with as a result of their MS.

The Actionable: MS Bladder Health Screening Tool was created by Allergan, Inc. to help the 60-80% of people living with MS who encounter bladder problems (incontinence). The Tool was developed to help patients understand when certain bladder symptoms warrant a discussion with their healthcare providers. It is the first MS expert approved, MS tool for urinary incontinence that takes both medical issues and quality of life (QOL) into account. It is not linked to any product or treatment.

It is our hope that The Actionable: MS Bladder Health Screening Tool will positively impact the patient/doctor conversation around bladder problems that put limits on social, professional and personal activities. These important conversations are the first steps in setting common expectations for the management and treatment of MS related bladder conditions."