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I Lose Control Of My Bladder If I Am Running

I had my first child 13 yrs ago, I am at the gym regularly and find I lose control of my bladder if I am running, also an unexpected sneeze or laughing
Tue, 11 Oct 2011
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Hello.Welcome.you are suffering from stress incontinence.In this condition leakage of urine occurs when intra abdominal pressure rises,as in coughing or laughing,due to incompetent sphincter.Stress incontinence is common is common in pregnancy and following birth.Pelvic floor weakness occurs in this condition and their exercises generally control the problem.Consult your Gynec for the final treatment.Good luck.
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I Lose Control Of My Bladder If I Am Running

Hello.Welcome.you are suffering from stress incontinence.In this condition leakage of urine occurs when intra abdominal pressure rises,as in coughing or laughing,due to incompetent sphincter.Stress incontinence is common is common in pregnancy and following birth.Pelvic floor weakness occurs in this condition and their exercises generally control the problem.Consult your Gynec for the final treatment.Good luck.