Udari N. Colombage is a urogynecologist based in Melbourne, VIC, Australia. She works with women and people who were assigned female at birth who have problems related to the pelvic floor. This can be awkward to talk about, but it’s also common, and it can be treated in many cases.
In day-to-day care, her focus includes pelvic floor dysfunction, urinary incontinence, and bowel incontinence. These issues can show up after childbirth, with ageing, after surgery, or sometimes for no obvious reason. Symptoms can be constant, or they might come and go. Either way, they can affect sleep, day-to-day comfort, and confidence.
Urinary incontinence can look like leaking when you cough, sneeze, laugh, or move around. Some people feel a sudden urge and can’t get to the toilet in time. Others notice ongoing dribbling or trouble emptying. Over time, these patterns can become stressful, and it often helps to get clear advice about what’s going on and what options are available.
Bowel incontinence is another area she helps with. That can include trouble controlling wind or stool, changes in bowel habits, or feeling like you can’t fully manage what happens when you’re away from home. For many people, the hardest part is the embarrassment. The goal in appointments is to keep things practical, explain things in plain language, and work out a plan that fits real life.
Along with pelvic floor and continence care, Dr Colombage also supports patients dealing with breast cancer. People can have body changes and different needs during diagnosis and treatment, and it helps to have medical support that takes those changes seriously. The approach is steady and calm, with an emphasis on helping patients feel more comfortable and more in control.
Because pelvic floor and continence problems can be long-lasting, it’s good to have someone who understands how these conditions affect daily routines. Over time, a thoughtful plan can make a real difference to comfort and quality of life. In many cases, people find that once they get the right support, things start to feel more manageable.
Dr Colombage is located in Melbourne, and patients can reach out to discuss concerns related to pelvic floor dysfunction, bowel incontinence, urinary incontinence, and breast cancer support.
