Stress Urinary Incontinence

Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) is the involuntary leakage of urine during activities such as coughing, sneezing, lifting, laughing or exercising. SUI affects at least 10-20% of women, many of whom do not realize that there are simple, effective treatment options available.

SUI affects the quality of women’s lives in many ways.  Incontinence may limit women’s social and personal relationships as well as limiting physical activity.

Your physician will ask questions about activities which cause leakage and will normally examine you to see if there are any other relevant problems, such as prolapse. Women with stress incontinence may also have problems with urinary urge incontinence, or incontinence of feces or gas. Do not feel embarrassed to mention these problems to your doctor.