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Incontinence

Loss of bladder control affects at least one of every 10 adults

Although it is more common in women, children and men also experience urinary incontinence.

Incontinence is the involuntary loss of urine that can be experienced by men and women of any age. Risk factors for developing this can include increasing age, childbirth, certain neurologic conditions, chronic strain on the pelvic floor, stroke, diabetes, bladder infections, side effects of medications, prior surgery or radiation treatments. The problem is a very common one but not one that is commonly discussed, and even fewer people seek the treatments that can help them.

At Urology Associates of Connecticut, expert help is available to improve the quality of life for those with bladder control problems. Our patients have the unique opportunity to be evaluated by experts in all aspects of male and female urinary incontinence.

The goal of our program is to help you stay drier, reduce the need for protection and improve quality of life related to urinary and pelvic floor problems. We do this using a full range of the available “state-of the-art” treatment options.

Incontinence is a common problem for many people

The good news is that there is help!

Many people suffer from some form of incontinence. We would like you to know that incontinence is not a normal part of aging. It is important to remember that while millions suffer from incontinence, urine loss can often be improved or cured.

A patient’s quality of life can be severely impacted by incontinence. It can lead to exhaustion because of interruption of sleep, make travel or physical activity such as exercising uncomfortable or even impossible and in some cases lead to social isolation. In short, incontinence can keep you from enjoying a full life.

Many people with urinary incontinence wait over a year to speak with their health care provider either because of embarrassment or because they are unaware help is available. Understanding the problem and seeking medical help are the first steps in gaining control. We are here to help.

Treatment Options

Once incontinence has been diagnosed, treatment can begin. We offer several types of treatment.

  • Behavioral Modification

    This method includes bladder training to manage leakage. This can include voiding schedules, prompted voiding and help with techniques to reduce frequency and urgency of urination

  • Dietary Modification

    Fluid and dietary management plans or modifications can sometimes be a simple change that can improve or resolve urinary symptoms

  • Pelvic Floor Exercises

    We can counsel patients on using pelvic floor exercises to reduce symptoms and in many cases refer patients to specialized therapists for pelvic floor muscle rehabilitation and physical therapy. This often include biofeedback therapy.

  • Medication

    Certain medications can be used to reduce the symptoms of urinary incontinence, urgency and frequency in many cases. Our physicians can help you safely navigate if medications and which medications may work best for you.

  • Surgical Treatment

    There are various procedures that can be performed to help with urinary leakage. These may involve in-office procedures or surgical intervention, often with minimally invasive techniques.