Stress Urinary Incontinence in Pregnancy

Stress urinary incontinence involves the problem of not being able to control the urge to urinate under certain circumstances. This is a serious and embarrassing disease that can lead to social isolation. Pressure on the abdomen or bladder can cause urine leakage.

Stress Urinary Incontinence in Pregnancy

Urine Incontinence that occurs during pregnancy is usually stress urinary incontinence (SI). Stress urinary incontinence is the leakage of urine caused by increased pressure on the bladder. In stress urinary incontinence, the bladder sphincter does not work well enough to retain urine.  Are you suffering with such a problem? Contact the best treatment for stress urinary incontinence in pregnancy in Chennai!

Causes

Growing uterine pressure, increased fetal weight on the pelvic floor muscles (PFM) during pregnancy, and pregnancy-related hormonal changes can reduce the strength, support, and closure function of the PFM.There are several things that can cause you to lose control of your bladder after giving birth-

• Pelvic organ prolapses
• Pelvic nerve damage
• Injury during delivery to pelvic floor muscles
• Injury because of prolonged pushing

Urinary leakage (incontinence) is common in many women during pregnancy or after giving birth. As your body changes during pregnancy as your baby grows, it can put pressure on your bladder. This is a normal phenomenon for many pregnant women. Under such circumstances you have to consult at the best treatment for stress urinary incontinence in pregnancy in Chennai!

Treatment

Dr.Inthu M is a certified and experienced and top female gynecologist specialist in Chennai who offers most advanced and the best treatment for stress urinary incontinence in pregnancy in Chennai at Maaya Specialty Hospitals. During the check-up, a physical examination is done to rule out various medical conditions and to determine how well the bladder is functioning. She may also order various tests such as:

• Urinalysis
• Ultrasound
• Bladder stress test
• Cystoscopy
• Urodynamics

After studying the test reports, she will provide the appropriate treatment. There are several techniques to treat bladder control problems. Kegel exercises can help improve bladder control and reduce urine leakage. Changing your diet, losing weight, and adjusting when you go to the bathroom can also help.