Stress urinary incontinence is the unintentional loss of urine typically caused by a weak pelvic floor. This type of incontinence occurs when certain movement or activity, such as sneezing, coughing, lifting, and laughing, increases abdominal pressure on the bladder, resulting in the leaking of urine.

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In some cases, the Urethra may have too much mobility, leading it to not properly close. Childbirth, prostate surgery, obesity, smoking, and high-impact activities may cause urinary sphincter and pelvic floor muscles to weaken.

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Urge urinary incontinence is the sudden, overwhelming urge to urinate and loss of bladder control. This incontinence can range from involuntarily leaking a minor amount of urine, to the complete emptying of the bladder. As a result, it is common to lose bladder control before making it to a restroom.

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UUI may occur more often as we age and can cause a need to urinate more often throughout both day and night. A variety of factors can also cause urge incontinence, including muscle and pelvic floor instability, bladder irritants (certain foods and drinks), infection, bladder stones, inflammation, and in some cases, severe conditions such as cancer, and brain or nerve issues.

Overflow incontinence occurs when the bladder fails to empty completely because it is too full. Experiencing small amounts of urine loss (dribbles) when using the restroom is common in this instance. Causes include weak bladder muscles, nerve damage, and bladder or urethra blockage. This type of incontinence may affect people with diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, after pelvic radiation, and in men with prostate problems.

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