Urinary incontinence

Urinary incontinence occurs when we accidentally urinate without meaning to. Sometimes the leak occurs during cough/sneeze/running, or sometimes it occurs when you really have to use the bathroom.

We can discuss lifestyle modifications, send you for pelvic floor physical therapy, discuss pessary (plastic insert in the vagina), or I can review surgical management.

Definitely eliminate bladder irritants, minimize fluid intake to 60-80 fl oz (all fluids, water, coffee, tea), and cut off fluids 2 hrs before bedtime.

This problem is common, but it is not normal. Many women suffer with this issue for years before seeing a physician about it. Please do not be embarrassed and come talk to me about it.