Incontinence

If you have urinary incontinence, you have a tendency to accidentally leak urine. It may happen when you cough, sneeze, or laugh, or if you feel a strong urge to go to the bathroom but can't get there in time. Urinary incontinence can make you feel embarrassed, but don't be—there are treatments that can help.

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The Foods to Avoid If You Have Overactive Bladder

Gotta go, badly? You may be dealing with a case of overactive bladder, or the sudden and intense need to pee—stat. A totally inconvenient condition, overactive bladder can be tough to tame, and sometimes result in unwanted leakages and ongoing discomfort.

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The 5 Exercises That Are Mostly Likely to Make You Leak a Little Pee

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10 Things That Can Make Incontinence Worse

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