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2	Living With Cauda Equina Syndrome	Surgery may not repair permanent nerve damage. If this occurs as a result of cauda equina syndrome(CES), you can learn how to improve your quality of life.</p><p>CES can affect people both physically and emotionally, particularly if it is chronic. People with CES may no longer be able to work, either because of severe pain, socially unacceptable problems, motor weakness and sensory loss or a combination of these problems.</p><ul><li>Loss of bladder and bowel control</li><li>Frequent urinary infections</li><li>Sexual dysfunction</li></ul><p>A combination of these may lead to difficulties and depression in social life.</p><p>Some suggestions:</p><ul><li>In addition to medical personnel, you may want to get help from an occupational therapist, social worker, continence advisor, or sex therapist.</li><li>Involve your family in your care.</li><li>To learn all you can about managing the condition, you may want to join a cauda equina syndrome support group.</li></ul><h3>Managing Bladder and Bowel Function</h3><p>Some bladder and bowel function is automatic, but the parts under voluntary control may be lost if you have cauda equina syndrome. This means you may not know when you need to urinate or move your bowels, and/or you may not be able to eliminate waste normally.</p><p>Some general recommendations for managing bladder and bowel dysfunction:</p><ul><li>Empty the bladder completely with a catheter 3 to 4 times each day. Drink plenty of fluids and practice regular personal hygiene to prevent urinary tract infection.</li><li>Check for the presence of waste regularly and clear the bowels with gloved hands. You may want to use glycerin suppositories or enemas to help empty the bowels. Use protective pads and pants to prevent leaks.</li></ul>	5	-2

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