Causes and Symptoms of Stress Urinary Incontinence
Causes of Stress Urinary Incontinence
Stress urinary incontinence can develop slowly as you age or may be a result of a specific event or factors such as:
- Childbirth
- Previous pelvic surgery
- Menopause
- Obesity
Other conditions linked to stress urinary incontinence include depression, urinary tract infections, smoking, and diabetes. It can also occur with repetitive straining such as chronic coughing or high-impact activities such as aerobics and running.
Approximately 75% of women with bladder leakage do not discuss it with their healthcare provider.
What are Symptoms of Urinary Incontinence?
Do you show symptoms that could identify stress urinary incontinence? Read the bullets below and ask yourself if you leak during any of the activities. If you say yes to one or more, you may have symptoms of stress incontinence and should consult with your doctor.
Do you leak urine during the following activities?
- Laughing
- Coughing
- Sneezing
- Heavy Lifting
- Physical Activity
- During Intercourse
Remember, although these signs and symptoms can alert you to a problem, they are not unique to stress incontinence, so it is important to consult a doctor for the correct diagnosis. If you’re considering surgery, learn what to ask your doctor and what to expect from the surgery from the website FemalePelvicSolutions.