As many as 17 million Americans experience urinary incontinence, or the loss of bladder control, yet less than half report the condition to their doctor. Therapies exist that can help about two-thirds of affected people.

There are four main types of urinary incontinence:

• Stress — involuntary urination during physical activity (such as running, coughing, sneezing) that increases abdominal pressure
• Urge — overactive bladder muscles cause affected people to lose urine as soon as they feel a strong desire to go to the bathroom
• Mixed — combination of stress and urge incontinence
• Overflow — constant dribbling of urine; bladder never completely empties

Incontinence is usually associated with muscle weakness. Strengthening the pelvic muscles helps improve this condition. Other treatment options include medications, special devices, behavioral changes, and surgery.

Information

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call the UF Division of Urology at 352.265.8240 or the Shands HealthCare Consultation Center at 800.749.7424 or 352.265.8000.

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