Feb 9, 2023 · Urinary incontinence can be caused by everyday habits, underlying medical conditions or physical problems. A thorough evaluation by your doctor can help determine what's behind your …

Feb 9, 2023 · It's important to determine the type of urinary incontinence that you have, and your symptoms often tell your doctor which type you have. That information will guide treatment decisions.

Jul 15, 2025 · The three main types of urinary incontinence are: Stress incontinence — due to leakage with activities, such as lifting, climbing stairs or strenuous activity. Urge incontinence — related to …

Mar 8, 2025 · Stress urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control when you exert pressure on your bladder by coughing, sneezing, laughing, exercising or lifting something heavy. Usually, stress …

Feb 14, 2024 · It's common to have both stress incontinence and urgency incontinence. Urinary incontinence results when bladder muscles tighten and cause an urgent need to urinate.

Jun 7, 2025 · Stress incontinence can cause leaks when coughing, sneezing or lifting heavy objects. Here's a look at drugs commonly used to treat bladder control problems and their possible side effects.

Leaking urine, having to urinate a lot, and other symptoms of urinary incontinence aren't just a natural part of aging. Your health care provider might not ask about urinary problems during an exam. But if …

Oct 8, 2024 · Don't make a habit of using Kegel exercises to start and stop your urine stream. Doing Kegels while emptying your bladder can keep your bladder from emptying fully. This raises the risk of …

Feb 9, 2023 · Mayo Clinic researchers are working to improve diagnosis and treatment of urinary incontinence. Specific efforts include comparing the effectiveness of various types of slings and sling …

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of the urinary system. The urinary system includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Most infections involve the lower urinary tract — …