Urine incontinence, also known as urinary incontinence, is the involuntary leakage of urine. It is a common problem among women and can occur at different stages of life, including after childbirth, with increasing age or in association with pelvic floor problems.
Although urine leakage can be embarrassing or uncomfortable to discuss, it is a medical condition that can often be evaluated and managed. At Divine Care, women with urinary leakage can receive a detailed assessment to identify the underlying cause and determine an appropriate treatment plan.
Urinary incontinence can occur in different forms. Common types include:
Women with urinary incontinence may experience:
Urinary incontinence can have several possible causes and risk factors, including:
The evaluation of urinary incontinence starts with understanding the patient's symptoms, medical history and urinary habits. Depending on the situation, further investigations may be recommended.
Treatment depends on the type and severity of incontinence, the underlying cause and the patient's individual circumstances.
Depending on the diagnosis, management may include:
You should consider consultation if urine leakage is frequent, affects your daily activities, occurs during exercise or coughing, or is associated with urgency, recurrent urinary symptoms or pelvic pressure.
Early evaluation can help identify the cause and determine whether conservative treatment, medication, a procedure or further specialist assessment is appropriate.