I’m new to the group and have suffered from a shy bladder all my life. It started when I was very small. I’ve kept it hidden due to sheer embarrassment and not wanting to feel ‘different’ from everyone else who I perceive as normal. To add to my issue, I also have an acontractile bladder which doesn’t squeeze properly. I do use catheters which help with both problems. I’d love to chat to others with this problem, and if a Zoom chat comes up, I’ll definitely jump on that!

Hi SoniaG - it's good to see you on here. You're certainly not alone in keeping your shy bladder hidden due to feeling you're "not normal". Hopefully being in contact with other people with similar issues will reassure you that you are neither alone nor abnormal!

Keep an eye on the forum for dates of the next zoom chat, although we've only just had one so it will be nearer Christmas. If you need to chat in the meantime drop us an email at admin@ukpt.org.uk and I'll get in touch.
Ann