Urinary Incontinence

What Is Urinary Incontinence?

Urinary incontinence is the involuntary leakage of urine, a condition that affects women of all ages but is more common after childbirth, menopause, or aging. It can be mild (occasional leaks) or severe (frequent loss of bladder control), impacting daily activities and emotional well-being. At Manasa Hospital, we provide expert diagnosis, personalized treatment plans, and advanced therapies to help women regain control and confidence.

Types of Urinary Incontinence

• Stress Incontinence – Leakage occurs when coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercising due to weakened pelvic muscles.
• Urge Incontinence (Overactive Bladder) – A sudden, strong urge to urinate followed by an involuntary loss of urine.
• Mixed Incontinence – A combination of both stress and urge incontinence.
• Overflow Incontinence – When the bladder doesn’t empty completely, causing frequent dribbling.
• Functional Incontinence – Occurs when a physical or mental condition prevents reaching the bathroom in time.

Causes & Risk Factors

Several factors contribute to urinary incontinence, including:

• Pregnancy & Childbirth – Weakened pelvic floor muscles from vaginal delivery
• Aging & Menopause – Lower estrogen levels reduce bladder control
• Obesity – Extra weight puts pressure on the bladder
• Chronic Cough or Constipation – Increases strain on pelvic muscles
• Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) – Can trigger temporary incontinence
• Neurological Disorders – Conditions like multiple sclerosis or stroke can affect bladder control

Symptoms to Watch For

• Frequent urge to urinate
• Involuntary urine leakage during physical activity
• Sudden, strong urges to urinate that are difficult to control
• Waking up multiple times at night to urinate (nocturia)
• Dribbling of urine post-urination

Diagnosis & Advanced Testing

At Manasa Hospital, we offer comprehensive evaluations to diagnose urinary incontinence:

• Physical Examination & Medical History
• Bladder Diary – To track fluid intake, urination patterns, and leakage episodes
• Urinalysis & Urine Culture – To rule out infections
• Urodynamic Testing – Measures bladder function and pressure
• Pelvic Ultrasound – Assesses structural issues