Urinary Incontinence

It is an embarrassing and uncomfortable condition, usually seen in older women. However, urinary incontinence may also occur in women at an early age due to various reasons. Some of the causes may include difficult childbirth, bladder prolapse, or certain genetic diseases.

Incontinence refers to the involuntary leakage of urine and has many contributing factors.

For example, bladder stones, bladder tumors, bladder infections, fistulas developed after surgery, scar tissue formation after infection, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, dementia due to aging, spinal cord injury, or the use of certain antidepressants, diuretics, psychological medications, diabetes, depression, thyroid disorders, and many other diseases can cause this condition. It is essential for these patients to identify the underlying cause and be treated accordingly.

Symptoms of Urinary Incontinence

Urinary incontinence can manifest in various ways. Types of urinary incontinence may include:

• Leakage of urine when coughing, sneezing, laughing, exercising, or exerting pressure on your bladder by lifting something heavy.
• Involuntary urine leakage occurs after a sudden, intense urge to urinate. You may also experience frequent urination throughout the night. Urinary incontinence can result from a minor condition like an infection or a more serious condition like a neurological disorder or diabetes.
• Continuous urine leakage due to an incompletely emptied bladder.
• Physical or mental impairment may hinder you from reaching the toilet on time. For instance, if you have a severe urge to urinate, you may not be able to unfasten your pants quickly enough.
• You may experience multiple types of urinary incontinence – often indicating a combination of stress incontinence and urge incontinence.

Treatment of Urinary Incontinence

The treatment of urinary incontinence depends on its type, severity, and underlying causes. A combination of several treatments may be necessary. If another condition is causing the symptoms of urinary incontinence, your doctor will treat that condition first.

What is Laser Treatment for Urinary Incontinence?

In laser treatment for urinary incontinence, the patient is initially placed on a gynecological examination table and positioned using a special speculum.

Through laser therapy, collagen tissue production is increased, leading to tightening of the vaginal and pelvic muscles that support and hold the bladder in place. This effectively treats urinary incontinence symptoms. Additionally, the laser treatment triggers healing and regeneration mechanisms in the pelvic tissues via the vaginal canal. Consequently, the tissues in this area initiate rapid collagen synthesis. With increased collagen synthesis, the connective and muscle tissues constituting the pelvic region heal rapidly, eliminating any negative effects on the position and function of the bladder.

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