Urinary Incontinence in Women

Urine leakage when coughing, laughing, running or exercising can interfere with daily life. Urinary incontinence deserves an individual assessment to identify the cause and discuss appropriate treatment.

What is urinary incontinence?

Urinary incontinence means involuntary loss of urine. It can have an emotional and social impact, but there are different ways to manage it depending on the diagnosis.

Causes and patterns include stress incontinence, urgency associated with an overactive bladder, overflow when the bladder does not empty adequately, and functional difficulties reaching a toilet. Constipation and other health conditions can also contribute.

Why is a diagnosis important?

Different causes require different treatments. A consultation reviews symptoms, medical history and the pelvic floor before recommending a plan. Options may include pelvic floor muscle training, changes in daily habits, medication or surgery when indicated.

Where does laser treatment fit?

The practice also discusses vaginal laser treatment with selected patients. It is not a universal treatment for urine leakage, and it should not replace an assessment of established alternatives. Evidence, potential benefits, risks and uncertainty about long-term results need to be discussed before treatment.

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Dr. García explains urine leakage

Original video in Spanish. An individual evaluation is needed even when your symptoms sound similar to those described.