Urinary Incontinence – Comprehensive Care at Vyshnavi Hospitals

Urinary incontinence is a condition where a person loses control over their bladder, leading to involuntary urine leakage. It can affect people of all ages but is more common in older adults, women after childbirth, and individuals with underlying medical conditions. At Vyshnavi Hospitals, our Urology and Uro-Gynecology Specialists provide advanced diagnostics, personalized treatments, and minimally invasive procedures to help patients regain bladder control and improve their quality of life. Types of Urinary Incontinence There are different types of urinary incontinence, each with distinct causes and symptoms: 1. Stress Incontinence - Leakage occurs due to physical activities like coughing, sneezing, laughing, or lifting heavy objects. 2. Urge Incontinence (Overactive Bladder - OAB) - A sudden, strong urge to urinate followed by involuntary leakage. 3. Overflow Incontinence - The bladder does not empty completely, leading to frequent dribbling of urine. 4. Mixed Incontinence - A combination of stress and urge incontinence, mostly seen in older women. Symptoms of Urinary Incontinence Depending on the type, symptoms may include: 1. Sudden or frequent urges to urinate 2. Involuntary leakage of urine 3. Dribbling after urination 4. Frequent nighttime urination (Nocturia) 5. Difficulty holding urine during physical activities