Kidney and Bladder Help
Sometimes, our kidneys and bladder (the parts of your body that help you pee) can have problems. If you live in Liverpool and need kidney and bladder help, you're in the right place. This page has clear information and places where you can find support.
What it is: This leaflet talks about common problems with controlling your bladder (peeing) and your bowels (pooping).
How it helps: It gives clear and easy tips and advice on how to manage these issues. It’s made to help you feel better every day. It explains what signs to look for and how to find solutions.
Where to find help: Download the Age UK Bladder & Bowel Leaflet (PDF).
What it is: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) means your kidneys (the organs that clean your blood and make pee) are not working as well as they should, for a long time.
How it helps: This important guide from the National Kidney Federation (NKF) helps you understand CKD better. It explains what CKD is, its stages (how serious it is), signs you might have it, and how doctors can help you live well with it.
Where to find info Explore CKD Information from the National Kidney Federation
What they are: Kidney stones are like small, hard “stones” that can form in your kidneys and cause a lot of pain when you pee.
How this helps: This guide shows you how simple changes to what you eat and drink can greatly lower your chance of getting kidney stones. It gives you clear advice on what foods are good to eat and what to avoid, helping you take care of your kidneys.
Where to learn more: Learn About Dietary Prevention for Kidney Stones
What it is: The PSA test is a blood test that can help check the health of your prostate. The prostate is a small gland that only men have, located near the bladder. This test helps look for conditions like prostate cancer or an enlarged prostate.
How it helps: This trusted guide from NHS.uk tells you what the PSA test is, how it’s done, and what the results might mean for your prostate health. It helps you understand the good points, the risks, and if it’s the right choice for you.
Where to learn more: Learn More About the PSA Test on NHS.uk
What it is: If you often feel a strong urge to pee very suddenly, or find it hard to control your bladder (sometimes called ‘Overactive Bladder Syndrome’ or OAB), this guide is for you.
How it helps: This guide from Patient.info gives clear information about OAB in women. It helps you understand the common signs, how doctors find out if you have it, and good ways to manage your condition so you can live better.
Where to learn more: Learn More About Overactive Bladder Syndrome (OAB)
What it is: If you are a man having problems with peeing that you think might be linked to your prostate, doing the ‘International Prostate Symptom Score’ (IPSS) can be very helpful.
How it helps: This is a short list of questions that helps you score your symptoms. It gives you useful information to talk about with your GP when you go for your appointment, so they can understand your problems better.
What to do: Complete Your IPSS Score Sheet Before Your GP Appointment
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