The regular mechanism of storing and passing pee interferes with urinary incontinence. There are various possible causes for this. Certain conditions could also increase your likelihood of getting urine incontinence. While some potential causes may result in short-term urine incontinence, others could result in a long-term issue. You may manage your incontinence using incontinence products.

Why do you have Urination Problems?

Weakened bladder muscles, pelvic flood damage, an enlarged prostate, menopause, or bladder cancer can all lead to incontinence. Urinary incontinence can also be brought on by certain drugs or neurological problems leading to the usage of adult bed pads or belted undergarments.

  1. Stress Incontinence Causes

When the pressure inside your bladder as it fills with urine exceeds the ability of your urethra to remain closed, you experience stress incontinence. The tube via which urine exits the body is called the urethra.

If you have stress incontinence, any rapid increase in pressure on your bladder, such as laughing or sneezing, might cause urine to flow out of your urethra. If the pelvic floor muscles are weak or injured, or if the urethral sphincter, the ring of muscles that keeps the urethra closed, is damaged, your urethra may not be able to remain closed.

Issues with these muscles could be brought on by:

  • Harm sustained during childbirth, especially if your kid was delivered vaginally as opposed to through a cesarean section
  • Injury to the bladder or the adjacent area as a result of surgery, such as the removal of the prostate gland, the womb, or increased pressure on your stomach.
  • Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and other neurological disorders that affect the brain and spinal cord, as well as some connective tissue disorders, including Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
  • Certain serious medications

  1. Urge Incontinence Causes

An issue with the detrusor muscles in the walls of your bladder may be the root cause of your sudden and frequent urge to urinate. When you go to the bathroom, the detrusor muscles contract to release the urine after relaxing to let the bladder fill with urine. There may be instances when the detrusor muscles contract excessively, making it urgent to use the restroom. This condition is referred to as an overactive bladder. You can consider using washable incontinence underwear. 

Reasons why detrusor muscles contract excessively:

  • Excessive use of alcohol or caffeine
  • Lack of fluid intake can lead to the accumulation of strong, concentrated pee in the bladder, irritating the bladder and resulting in overactivity symptoms.
  • Constipation
  • Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs), bladder tumors, and other disorders affecting the lower urinary tract (urethra and bladder)
  • Neurological disorders or certain medications

  1. Overflow Incontinence Causes

Chronic urine retention, also known as overflow incontinence, is frequently brought on by a blockage or obstruction that affects your bladder. Normal bladder function may lead your bladder to fill up, but no matter how hard you try, you will not be able to empty it entirely. Moreover, pressure from the pee in your bladder builds up behind the obstruction, frequently resulting in leaks.

Obstacles to your bladder include:

  • Bladder stones
  • An enlarged prostate gland
  • Constipation

  1. Total Incontinence Causes

You have total incontinence when your bladder cannot store urine, even with pull-up underwear. It could imply that you either pass excess urine regularly or occasionally pass urine while frequently leaking in between.

Total incontinence may result from:

  • A bladder issue that has existed since birth
  • Spinal cord damage can interfere with the nerve signals that travel from your brain to your bladder
  • A bladder fistula is a tiny opening, resembling a tunnel, that can develop between the bladder and a neighboring region

When to Seek Medical Attention

Seeking medical attention is necessary in every case of incontinence. It can be a sign of a more severe condition that requires medical attention. Incontinence can cause a lot of disruption in your life, even if the underlying cause is insignificant. Having a proper diagnosis and going through your treatment choices with a medical expert is vital.

Incontinence may occasionally signal a severe medical condition. If you lose control of your bladder and encounter any of the following signs, you need to get medical help right away:

  • Difficulty speaking or moving
  • Any tingling or weakness throughout your body
  • Eyesight loss
  • Depression
  • Consciousness is lost
  • Bowel control issues

The Bottom Line

With incontinence management products, the professionals at AvaCare Medical have extensive experience. You can count on us to support and direct you. We can offer expert advice on any decisions you need to make. We are industry pioneers regarding incontinence supplies, daily living aids, and bathroom safety. If you need assistance or have questions about adult diapers, please contact us at 1.877.813.7799.