Stress urinary incontinence (in women)

What is stress urinary incontinence (in women)❓

 Any involuntary leakage of urine 💧

 Stress urinary incontinence: leakage after coughing, sneezing, or on exertion

 Usually pelvic floor muscles are weakened

 Risk factors include:

 Increasing age ⬆

 Pregnancy and vaginal delivery 🤰

What are the symptoms of stress urinary incontinence❓

 Involuntary leakage of urine after coughing, sneezing, or exercising 💧

How do you diagnose stress urinary incontinence❓

 Having classical symptoms 🏨

 Examination of the vagina and back passage

 Bladder diary: noting how often you pass urine ✍

How do you treat stress urinary incontinence❓

 Pelvic floor exercises

 Reduce amount you drink ⬇

 Reduce caffeine drinks

 Weight loss

 Surgery 🏨

 Duloxetine (medicine) 💊

Why should I worry about stress urinary incontinence❓

 Impact on activities of daily living

 Loss of sleep 💤

 Anxiety and depression 😔