Urine Leakage in Women
If youโre experiencing leakage of urine, it can be very embarrassing and discomforting and the condition is called urinary incontinence (UI). Urine leakage in women is common and it could be the result of certain underlying health conditions or the weakening of pelvic floor muscles.
What is Urine Leakage or Urinary Incontinence?
Urinary incontinence (UI) is a type of health condition where a woman involuntarily leaks urine whether it may be a few drops or complete emptying of the bladder. Urinary incontinence troubles many people, especially adults and older women. Incontinence is occasionally considered a taboo. It can bring a very embarrassing situation for the concerned person, fear and there is a notion that incontinence should be discussed openly.
Causes Urine Leakage or Urinary Incontinence
Urine Leakage is regarded as a temporary problem caused by following issues:
- Vaginal or urinary tract infection (UTI)
- Constipation
- Use of certain medications
- Underlying health condition
- Pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, and hysterectomy
- Overactive bladder muscles
- Weakened pelvic floor muscles
- Damage to bladder control
- Interstitial cystitis (chronic bladder inflammation)
Diagnosis
Urinary incontinence is very easy to identify. The type of cause of the urine leakage in women is very difficult to determine and may require different tests and examinations. ย
- Urinalysis
- Blood tests
- Pelvic ultrasound
- Postvoid residual (PVR) measurement
- Stress test
- Urodynamic testing
- Cystogram
Treatment
Medications for urinary incontinence
The medications are used in combination with other techniques or exercises. The following medications are prescribed:
- Anticholinergics to calm down overactive bladders
- Topical estrogen
- Imipramine (Tofranil)- a tricyclic antidepressant.
Use of Medical Devices
- Urethral inserts
- Pessary
- Radiofrequency therapy
- Botox (botulinum toxin type A)
Surgery is an option if all other options are exhausted. Women expecting children should discuss surgical options with the doctor before going for it. Dr. Inthu M is a top-rated OB-Gyn, urogynecologist, and Laparoscopic surgeon in Chennai offering top-notch treatments for Urine Leakage in Women.ย