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Urinary incontinence in womens

Urinary incontinence is the inability to control the release of urine. It may be related to infection, problems with the nerves and muscles of the bladder, physical or mental disabilities, or problems with the structure of the urinary tract.

Urinary incontinence is not a disease, but it may indicate a problem with the urinary tract, such as a urinary tract infection.

Incontinence may occur for only a short time (acute) or it may be an ongoing (chronic) problem. Generally, incontinence usually clears up when the underlying problem, such as a urinary tract infection, is treated successfully. Depending on the cause, treatment may cure chronic incontinence. If the condition cannot be completely cured, it usually can be managed to limit its effect on a person's daily life.

Home Treatment

If you experience long-term (chronic) urinary incontinence, you can take some steps immediately that may eliminate or reduce the problem.

    * Establish a schedule of urinating every 2 to 4 hours, regardless of whether you feel the need.
    * Talk with your doctor about all prescription and nonprescription medicines you take, to see if any of them may be making your incontinence worse.
    * Practice "double voiding" by urinating as much as possible, relaxing for a few moments, and then urinating again.
    * If you have trouble reaching the bathroom before you urinate, consider making a clearer, quicker path to the bathroom and wearing clothes that are easily removed (such as those with elastic waistbands or Velcro closures), or keep a bedpan close to your bed or chair.
    * Reduce or eliminate caffeinated drinks (coffee, tea, and some carbonated drinks) from your diet.
    * Avoid drinking alcohol in excess.
    * Wear a tampon while doing activities such as jogging or dancing to put a little pressure on your urethra and to temporarily slow or stop leakage.
    * Avoid drinking too much or too little fluid. Excessive liquids can increase the need to urinate and increase incontinence. Too little fluid can result in dehydration. Approximately 2 qt (1.89 L) of fluid are necessary every day to maintain kidney and bladder health.

Additional steps may reduce or eliminate your urinary incontinence, but these require more time to make a difference.

    * Strengthen your pelvic muscles by performing pelvic floor (Kegel) exercises every day and by having a regular exercise program.
    * Try to lose some weight if you are overweight. Remember that effective weight-loss programs depend on a combination of diet and exercise.
    * Increase the amount of fiber in your diet if constipation is a problem. You can easily do this by adding a small amount of wheat bran, such as 1 tsp (4.7 g), to foods you normally eat and by increasing the amount of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and beans in your diet.
    * If you smoke, quit. This may reduce coughing, which may reduce your problem with incontinence.