Leaky Bladder: Understanding the Two Main Types of Urinary Incontinence
Though occasional bladder leakage is nothing more than a nuisance for some, it's important to keep a watchful eye on it.
By S. Adam Ramin, M.D., Contributor |Dec. 4, 2017, at 6:00 a.m.
Sneezing, laughing, exercising, traveling – to some, these acts are nothing to think twice about. But for those suffering from a leaky bladder, they can be the very thing interfering with daily living. Urinary incontinence, also referred to as "leaky bladder," is a leaking of urine caused by a loss of bladder control. The severity ranges from an occasional leak of urine when you cough or sneeze to having an urge to urinate that's so sudden and strong you don't get to a toilet in time. For many people, this condition causes feelings of embarrassment and discomfort, and that's why many decline speaking about it with anyone – sometimes even their doctors. Not only a medical condition, leaky bladder can have emotional and psychological effects, as well, as people withdraw from activities they love due to the risk of having an accident. What's the good news? With proper diagnosis and care from an experienced urologist, it is something that can be treated, managed and significantly improved.
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