Urge urinary incontinence (in women)


What is urge urinary incontinence (in women)❓

 Urinary incontinence: any involuntary leakage of urine πŸ’§

 Urge urinary incontinence (UUI): leakage with/ preceded by sudden need to pass urine πŸ’§

 The bladder muscle seems to become overactive and squeeze when you don’t want it to

 

What are the symptoms of UUI❓

 Involuntary leakage of urine πŸ’§

 

How do you diagnose UUI❓

 Having classical symptoms πŸ¨

 Examination of the vagina and back passage πŸ¨

 Bladder diary: noting how often you pass urine πŸ’§

 

How do you treat UUI❓

 Reduce amount you drink β¬‡

 Reduce certain drinks (example: caffeine) β¬‡

 Pelvic floor exercises

 Bladder training

 Antimuscarinic medicines πŸ’Š

 

Why should I worry about UUI?❓

 Impact on activities of daily living

 Loss of sleep πŸ’€

 Anxiety and depression πŸ˜”

 

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