Female Incontinence

Urinary incontinence is most common among women and it is estimated that one in three women are affected at some time in their life. Some may experience a small amount of leakage after sneezing, coughing or laughing, others will experience leakage on a more consistent basis.

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Types of Incontinence

Stress Incontinence: Is the most common type of incontinence and it happens when there is urine loss during activities such as sneezing, coughing, laughing, and lifting.

Urge Incontinence: Occurs when there is a sudden strong urge or feeling that you have to urinate but have trouble making it to the toilet on time.

Mixed Incontinence: Is when a person experiences a mix of both stress and urge incontinence.

Fecal Incontinence: Loss of control of the muscles in the rectum can lead to fecal leakage.