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What is Incontinence?

What is Incontinence?

Authored By David Wilson

Incontinence is a term that describes any accident or involuntary loss of urine from the bladder, or bowel motion, faeces or wind from the bowel.

Incontinence is not just a problem for the elderly and should not be considered an inevitable consequence of the ageing process. It should not be considered normal and it can often be a sign of other health problems.

Sometimes incontinence can be cured and other times it can be managed with the right advice or treatment.

Incontinence is a common condition that ranges in severity from just a small leak to complete loss of bladder or bowel control.

Causes of incontinence

Bladder weakness can be the result of, or related to:

  • Pregnancy
  • Childbirth
  • Surgery
  • Menopause
  • Prostate problems
  • Obesity
  • Constipation
  • It can also be a side effect of some medications

There are a number of types of incontinence and many ways to live with incontinence.



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