Female Urinary Incontinence

Female Urinary Incontinence

Urinary incontinence is the unintentional loss of urine. even till reaching the toilet. Urinary incontinence occurs more often in women than in men. Pregnancy and childbirth, menopause, and the structure of the female urinary tract account for this difference. But, both women and men can become incontinent from neurologic injury, birth defects, strokes, multiple sclerosis, and physical problems associated with ageing.

There are different types of urinary incontinence in women, including stress incontinence, urge incontinence, overactive bladder, functional incontinence, overflow incontinence, mixed incontinence, and transient incontinence.
Older women experience incontinence more often than younger women. But, incontinence is not inevitable with age. Incontinence is treatable and often curable at all ages.

female_incontinence

Incontinence occurs because of problems with muscles and nerves that help to hold or release urine. The body stores urine water and wastes removed by the kidneys in the bladder, a balloon like organ. The bladder connects to the urethra, the tube through which urine leaves the body. During urination, muscles in the wall of the bladder contract, forcing urine out of the bladder and into the urethra. At the same time, sphincter muscles surrounding the urethra relax, letting the urine pass out of the body. Incontinence will occur if your bladder muscles suddenly contract or the sphincter muscles are not strong enough to hold back urine. Urine may escape with less pressure than usual if the muscles are damaged, causing a change in the position of the bladder.

Diagnosis of urinary incontinence in women may involve a physical exam, an ultrasound, urodynamic testing, and tests including cystoscopy, urinalysis, and a bladder stress test. The doctor will also take a medical history and may recommend keeping a bladder diary. Treatment of urinary incontinence in women may include behavioural or nonpharmacologic treatments, like bladder training and Kegel exercises, medication, biofeedback, neuromodulation, surgery, catheterization, or a combination of these therapies

Causes

Urinary incontinence isn’t a disease, it’s a symptom. It 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 incontinence.

  • Temporary urinary incontinence
    • Alcohol
    • Caffeine
    • Carbonated drinks and sparkling water
    • Artificial sweeteners
  • Urinary incontinence may also be caused by an easily treatable medical condition, such as:
    • Urinary tract infection.
    • Constipation
    • Changes with age
  • Persistent urinary incontinence
    • Pregnancy
    • Childbirth

Call Us!

"Don't Hesitate to Ask Us About Your Problems"

FAQs

WHAT IS UROLOGY?

Urology is a surgical speciality that addresses male and female diseases of the urinary tract, as well as male reproductive system disorders. Urology is a part of health care that deals with diseases of the male and female urinary tract (kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra). It also deals with the male organs that are able to make babies (penis, testes, scrotum, prostate, etc.). Since health problems in these body parts can happen to everyone, urologic health is important.

WHAT CAN I DO TO MAINTAIN GOOD UROLOGIC HEALTH ?

The best way to avoid urological problems is to maintain good overall health habits, including exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight and avoiding tobacco, excessive alcohol, and caffeine.You should also avoid foods or substances that remove water from the body, known as diuretics.

THERE’S BLOOD IN MY URINE. WHAT MAY BE THE CAUSE?

The presence of blood in the urine could be the result of a minor cause or a serious underlying medical condition. To determine the source, a urologist will perform a thorough evaluation. The blood could be the result of an infection, kidney or bladder stones, cancer of the urinary system, or injury.

IT’S PAINFUL TO URINATE. WHAT COULD BE CAUSING THE PROBLEM?

There are many conditions that could result in painful urination. An infection of the urinary tract or prostate is a common cause, along with obstructions in the urethra, kidney, bladder, or prostate.

Testimonials

My personal experience with Dr. Rajesh Dhake is very good. He was very calm and patient enough to hear my problems and answered all my queries well. He diagnosed the issue well and didn't directly asked for surgery at the first instance. Later also, he didn't suggest for any surgery after getting some more tests done and analyzed. I feel he has very good command on his field and area. I found him to be a Good Doctor.
Sachin Soni
Dr. Dhake sir is very ground to earth person. He not only supports in health also in mediclaim. He is a best urologist. I got his reference from Google and directly contacted him and he suggested laser operation. I got admitted in sanjivani medipont hospital. I had 15mm stone in ureter near to bladder. He shown the stone while doing the operation. He is also opening his own hospital soon. I will recommend him for kidney related issues. Thank you Dhake sir for your on time support.
Mohan Patil
One of the most generous and down to earth doctor I have met in Pune. My dad was diagnosed with a very large renal cyst of 11cm during a new medical insurance mandatory check-up.
There was an obvious panic as it was asymptomatic and my town lacked good uro surgeon. Dr Dhake who had earlier consulted for.my renaal stones was generous enough to reply to my Watsapp msg and calls regarding the cyst and told me not to panic and asked me to Wait for further diagnosis . I flew my dad over to Pune and after detailed diagnosis and analysis suggested us to go for surgery .
The surgery was successful and we are absolutely happy with the further OPDs for.the same.
Rajsekhar Bharali
My family's experience with Dhake Sir was really outstanding. My father was treated & operated by Sir for Urethra Stricture. He consulted-advised-guided us very well. He is very good doctor. My father is well now. Afterwards we went again to Sir for my 4 year old Son's urine infection. He guided us correctly. Circumcision was performed on my son by Sir.
Most important thing, for me, was he was always available on WhatsApp. Whenever we had any worries, we used to ask him on WhatsApp message and he was always replying asap. Thank you very much Sir
Nikhil Lawand
Dr Dhake is an expert and is thorough. He removes the fear by geting the patience every minute detail one would like to understand. He demonstrates the procedures through a video which helps immensely. He would also help you with morale boost and confidence by showing you the extreme cases wherein the fear goes off. Pre and post operation he will handhold all your queries. We highly recommend him.
Dipti Bhambure