Causes of Urinary Incontinence

Incontinence may be the result of a disease process such as multiple sclerosis, a birth defect, weakening of the pelvic floor muscles, injuries from an accident, or the side effect of medications or surgery.

Incontinence is not caused by being female, nor is incontinence caused by aging. However, changes which occur with the natural aging process may contribute to incontinence. For instance, the natural enlargement of the prostate gland as men age, or the loss of estrogen which women experience, can precipitate incontinence. Incontinence should always be diagnosed by a healthcare professional to ensure that the incontinence is not a symptom of something seriously wrong, and so you can learn about potential treatment options to meet your needs.

Do not accept a response "this is normal and you will just have to live with it”. Incontinence should always be diagnosed by a healthcare professional to ensure that the incontinence is not a symptom of something seriously wrong, and so you can be diagnosed as to what type of incontinence you have. You can also learn about potential treatment options to meet your needs.