Urinary incontinence, or a loss of bladder control, affects up to one-third of women in the U.S. And women are twice as likely to experience urinary incontinence as men — partly because pregnancy, ...

Q: What is incontinence and is this normal after having children? A: First, let’s define what incontinence is. It’s a highly prevalent medical condition, and essentially the involuntary leakage of ...

Urinary incontinence, meaning when a person leaks urine by accident, is especially common in older adults. The severity can range from occasional drops of urine to regular leakage that soaks your ...

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Up to a third of all women suffer from it, but few talk openly about it. Stress incontinence causes embarrassment, isolation, and limits on activities. However, there are ...

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Jan. 01, 2009 -- Question: What is incontinence, how often does treatment for prostate cancer result in incontinence, and how is it diagnosed? Answer: Urinary incontinence is the leakage of urine that ...

The decision to participate in the care of an elderly loved one can be a difficult one. It brings with it the responsibility of sensitive care for both a loved one's physical and emotional needs. Of ...

For many people, the sudden urge to pee just as they arrive home is an uncomfortable experience. Known as latchkey incontinence, or 'key-in-the-door' syndrome, this condition may seem harmless at ...