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Urinary Incontinence

 

Urinary Incontinence

Urinary incontinence is a condition where a person involuntarily leaks urine. It can range from intermittent minor leaks to a chronic complete loss of bladder control. This can be caused by a variety of factors such as pelvic floor weakness, certain medical conditions, neurological disorders, medications, urinary tract infections. 

Types of Urinary Incontinence

  • Urge Urinary Incontinence- leakage with a sudden, unexpected need to urinate. 
  • Overactive Bladder-leakage with a sudden, unexpected need to urinate accompanied by a frequent need to urinate as well. 
  • Stress Urinary Incontinence- urine leakage during any type of activity, such as coughing, sneezing, exercise, and intercourse. 
  • Mixed Urinary Incontinence-a mixture of both urge incontinence and stress incontinence. 

Treatment Options 

  • Lifestyle Changes
  • Behavioral Changes
  • Bladder Training
  • Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
  • Medications
  • Pessary
  • Procedures/Surgery (Bulking agents, Botox, PTNS, eCoin, Interstim, Sling)

There are multiple treatments available for urinary incontinence. It is important for individuals experiencing any type of urinary incontinence to speak to a healthcare provider to determine the underlying cause and develop a treatment plan that is best suited to their needs.