Bladder Prolapse – Loss of Bladder Control
Bladder prolapse affects only women. Under normal conditions, the bladder is held in position by a “hammock” of supporting pelvic floor muscles and ligaments. If these muscles and tissues stretch or become weak the bladder can sag into the vagina*. This is known as bladder prolapse or a cystocele.
In some women, the sagging bladder will appear at the vagina’s opening and can even drop through it. Bladder prolapse can be very bothersome. It can cause problems when emptying the bladder and urinary tract infections (UTIs) or incontinence (urine leakage). The good news is, bladder prolapse can usually be corrected.
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Urinary incontinence is the uncontrolled leaking of urine. More than 15 million American men and women suffer from urinary incontinence.
If urinary incontinence prevents you from doing the activities that you want to do, talk to your health care provider.
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Some of the causes of urinary incontinence are temporary and easily reversible.
These include:
- urinary tract infection
- vaginal infection or irritation
- medication
- constipation
- restricted mobility
Although pads or diapers may prevent embarrassing leakage, other urinary incontinence treatments currently available can eliminate your need to wear such protection. The options listed here are good ways to start taking control of your bladder.
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A Urinary Tract Infection UTI in children is an infection in the urinary tract. Infections are caused by microbes—organisms too small to be seen without a microscope. Bacteria* are the most common cause of UTIs. Normally, bacteria that enter the urinary tract are quickly removed by the body before they cause symptoms. But sometimes bacteria overcome the body’s natural defenses and cause infection.
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Urinary tract infections UTIs in adults are the second most common type of infection in the body, accounting for about 8.1 million visits to health care providers each year. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can occur in any part of the urinary system, such as the urethra, bladder, ureters, and kidneys. Although bladder infections are the most common type of UTI, certain factors such as age, habits, or underlying health conditions can increase the risk of developing a UTI.
For women, the lifetime risk of having a UTI is greater than 50 percent. UTIs in men are not as common as in women but can be serious when they occur.
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