Definition:
Urge incontinence is the condition in which an individual involuntarily losses his or her urine.
Diagnosis:
The doctor examines the patient's medical history and conducts a complete physical examination that focuses on the abdomen and genitals. The doctor may take a urine sample to test for infection, traces of blood or other abnormalities. The patient may also undergo a neurological exam to identify sensory problems.
Treatment:
The overactive bladder problem is treated to alleviate the symptoms through behavioral interventions, and medications. Some individuals with severe cases may require surgery.
Symptoms and Signs:
Affected individuals unintentionally lose urine immediately after an urgent need to urinate.
Causes:
Urge incontinence results from an overactive bladder, which is due to a problem in the system of filling and emptying the bladder.
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