This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Urinary incontinence is the term for a loss of bladder control. In women, it can present at any age, but it’s most common after pregnancy, ...

Stress urinary incontinence – bladder leaks that occur when people cough, sneeze, laugh or exercise – affects 1 in 3 women at some point in their lives. And though it is less common among men, it can ...

If you’re leaking urine and it’s causing you distress, don’t wait. There are healthcare professionals who can identify the cause and recommend the best treatment to help you. Share on Pinterest Maskot ...

Urinary incontinence is a condition that presents in many forms and is a consequence of many etiologic events. Image Credit: ANN PATCHANAN / Shutterstock.com In general, medical conditions such as ...

Urinary incontinence is the leakage of urine due to loss of bladder control. The condition is common, impacting up to 50 percent of women. While urinary incontinence occurs more often in older women, ...

A link exists between the two, but more research is needed to figure out why and how to treat urinary incontinence related to COVID-19. COVID-19 tends to affect the respiratory system. But research ...

I've started leaking urine when I laugh or run, and I just can't hold it as long as I used to. What can I do to reverse this trend? — Janine G., Chicago Over 25 million American adults contend with ...

Pregnancy brings many physical changes to the body. While some changes are widely discussed, others are less talked about but ...

Kegels are underused to treat and prevent urinary incontinence, especially during pregnancy and the postpartum period. This woman-controlled, non-invasive muscle exercise should be taught and the use ...

Some women suffering from stress incontinence who don't want to have surgery or see a physician for a vaginally inserted device they can use at home may get symptom relief from Impressa, an option on ...