Problem of Incontinence of Urine (IU) in Women and its Management

Abstract

Bladder symptoms affect women of all ages. Millions of women experience involuntary loss of urine called urinary incontinence (UI). Some women may lose a few drops of urine while running or coughing. Others may feel a strong, sudden urge to urinate just before losing a large amount of urine. Many women experience both symptoms. UI can be slightly bothersome or totally debilitating. For some women, the risk of public embarrassment keeps them from enjoying many activities with their family and friends. Urine loss can also occur during sexual activity and cause tremendous emotional distress. Women experience UI twice as often as men. Pregnancy and childbirth, menopause, and the structure of the female urinary tract account for this difference. Urinary incontinence (UI)  is any involuntary leakage of urine. It is a common and distressing problem, which may have a profound impact on quality of life.