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Half of all women, including 75% of women over 65, struggle with urinary incontinence, which can become embarrassing and debilitating when left untreated. At Mission City Urology in San Antonio, Texas, board-certified urologist Arpan Satsangi, MD, PhD, and the rest of the medical staff offer Bulkamid® injections to reduce urine leaks, restore well-being, and enhance your quality of life. Schedule an evaluation today at Mission City Urology by calling the office or requesting an appointment online.
Bulkamid Q & A
What is Bulkamid?
Bulkamid is a urethral bulking, water-based gel used to treat stress urinary incontinence, which causes urine leaks when exerting pressure on the bladder (like when you cough or sneeze).
During the procedure, Dr. Satsangi places three to four injections in the urethral wall to add volume and help prevent bladder leaks during your daily activities.
What are the benefits of Bulkamid?
Bulkamid injections at Mission City Urology offer a minimally invasive alternative to invasive surgery because they require only a local anesthetic and take just 10-15 minutes to complete. Bulkamid injections require a short recovery time with a low risk of complications. They don’t prevent you from being eligible for other treatments.
Is Bulkamid right for me?
Dr. Satsangi determines if you’re a candidate for Bulkamid by discussing your medical history and symptoms and completing a physical exam. He might suggest diagnostic tests to diagnose your condition or its underlying cause and detect or rule out other concerns.
Bulkamid is designed to treat stress urinary incontinence.
What symptoms does stress urinary incontinence cause?
Symptoms of stress incontinence include leaking urine when you:
- Cough
- Laugh
- Sneeze
- Run
- Jump
- Laugh
- Exercise
- Bend over
- Lift heavy objects
Having a full bladder increases the risk of unwelcome urine leaks. If these symptoms affect your quality of life and you need relief, see Dr. Satsangi for an evaluation.
What happens during Bulkamid injections?
Dr. Satsangi uses a local anesthetic to numb the treatment area and maximize comfort during Bulkamid injections. While you rest comfortably, he injects a water-based gel into your urethral wall three or four times. The procedure is fast and painless, and you can typically resume your normal activities within 24 hours.
What should I expect after the procedure?
After completing Bulkamid injections for stress urinary incontinence, 92% of women experience symptom relief. The treatment is durable and effective for up to seven years, restoring your quality of life by eliminating embarrassing accidents. It allows you the freedom to enjoy the activities you love without feeling anxious.
Schedule an evaluation today with Dr. Satsangi at Mission City Urology by phone or online to determine if Bulkamid is right for you.