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Saturday, November 22, 2008
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NetWellness provides the highest quality health information and education services created and evaluated by faculty of our partner universities.
Saturday, November 22, 2008
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Urinary incontinence occurs when the urinary system can’t properly control the storage of urine in the bladder and its periodic release. An adult who becomes incontinent will involuntarily release urine before finding a toilet, and sometimes even before knowing the bladder is emptying.
While advancing age and certain unavoidable medical conditions can lead to urinary incontinence, there are some factors over which we do have control.
Diabetes - Left untreated diabetes can be an aggravating factor in that it is associated with poor bladder contracting.
Infections - The treatment of urinary tract infections or other malfunctions of the urinary system can also lead to improvements in bladder function.
Some drugs for the treatment of high blood pressure or mood adjustment, can sometimes cause incontinence in users. Seek treatment for the condition and make sure your doctor is aware of all of your medications.
This article is a NetWellness exclusive. 
Last Reviewed: May 14, 2007
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Martin I Resnick, MD Former Professor and Chair Department of Urology University Hospitals School of Medicine Case Western Reserve University |
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