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Bladder Incontinence

Bladder Incontinence or Urinary Incontinence occurs when a person uncontrollably leaks urine. Urinary Incontinence can happen to anyone, however individuals who are at higher risk are women, particularly older women, also those who are pregnant, postpartum or those with history of pelvic surgery. While embarrassing, incontinence can often be controlled or stopped. 

Causes of urinary incontinence include urinary tract infections, vaginal infection, constipation, some medications,  weak bladder or pelvic floor muscles, overactive bladder muscles, damage to bladder control nerves, pelvic organ prolapse. 

Types of Incontinence include urge incontinence, stress incontinence, overflow incontinence and functional incontinence. A thorough evaluation, history and exam will guide your clinician toward an appropriate diagnosis and therapy for your incontinence. 

Incontinence treatment depends on the cause and how severe the condition is. Typically, a multimodal treatment approach is the most effective. Various treatment methods can include bladder control training, toileting schedule, pelvic floor physical therapy, medications, biofeedback and surgery. Dietary changes can also improve incontinence, but do not, whatever you do, limit water intake.