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What is Giggle Incontinence? Giggle Incontinence is the involuntary, unstoppable, complete bladder emptying, during or immediately after laughing or giggling. It is caused by the muscle of the bladder (detrusor muscle) contracting in response to laughter. The mechanism that triggers this is not fully understood but may be related to ‘cataplexy’, which is a sudden […]

About the service The service consists of a team of specialist children’s nurses who support individuals with bladder and bowel problems, where primary advice and intervention by GP education staff, health visitor, school nurse or other health professional has not been successful. We offer a confidential, friendly service, undertake a comprehensive assessment, which may include […]