Incontinence

Urinary incontinence is a common and often embarrassing problem for men and women and can range from occasionally leaking urine when coughing or laughing to episodes of strong and uncontrollable urges to urinate and not making it to the toilet in time. Even though it occurs more frequently with advancing age, it is not a normal symptom of aging or inevitable with getting older. According to the Mayo Clinic, there are several types of urinary incontinence, presenting with different causes and treatments, along with different unintended complications that impact our lifestyle and functioning. In contrast to urinary incontinence, fecal or bowel incontinence – an inability to control bowel movement, also has several causes and treatments, and risk associated with it. As uncomfortable as it may be to talk with our doctor about incontinence – at any age, it is advisable to seek proper medical advice and treatment and avoid further physical and personal complications.