Types and Causes
There are many potential causes of incontinence that you should be aware of. Read our articles to learn about what they are, their common symptoms and more
Neurogenic Bladder: Causes and Treatment
Millions of Americans today experience neurogenic bladder, a form of incontinence that occurs when the bladder is unable to relax or contract. Because the brain controls our entire body and all its ...
Urge Incontinence: Symptoms, Causes and Solutions
Urge incontinence, a common type of urinary incontinence, is caused by a bladder that’s either unstable or overactive. While some people use the terms urge incontinence and overactive bladder (...
Can Foley Catheters Cause Cancer? | Depend
My doctor says that Foley catheters cause cancer. Is that true? Chronic use of a Foley catheter, or any catheter, can lead to urinary tract infections or other infections within the bladder, a...
6 Ways to Minimize Nighttime Leaks
Overnight bladder leaks are a bother, interrupting your sleep and causing extra work when you have to launder your bedding. With these tips, you can minimize nighttime incontinence and get your the ...
Overactive Bladder: The Basics
Has this ever happened to you? You don’t even realize you have to go, then all of the sudden, you can’t get to the restroom fast enough. If it happens often, it may be a symptom of overactive bladder ...
Finding Your Solutions: Research Pays Off
Urinary incontinence has several different causes and figuring out what’s behind it can be challenging, though it’s well worth the effort. Determining what treatment and protection options are right f...
Neurogenic Bladder: Causes and Treatment
Millions of Americans today experience neurogenic bladder, a form of incontinence that occurs when the bladder is unable to relax or contract. Because the brain controls our entire body and all its ...
You’re Not Alone – The Statistics of Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence (UI) is so rarely discussed that you may end up feeling like you’re the only one dealing with it. In reality, there are an estimated 17 million people in the United States that h...
An Interview with Author Mary Dierich.
By April E. Clark Incontinence is a condition affecting 10 million Americans, according to the National Kidney Foundation. It can strike anyone no matter their age, gender or medical ba...
Can medications cause bladder leaks? | Depend
Are there medications that CAUSE bladder leaks? I went on a new prescription and as soon as I started it, I started having urge incontinence, thought that’s not listed as a side effect for this drug...
Can stress cause bladder leaks? | Depend
Can stress contribute to Overactive Bladder? When I’m having a rough time at work, I seem to leak more. During periods of stress, the body releases neurochemicals that cause inflammation, whic...
There is no "Too Young".
Hey everyone, I'm brand new to the forum, but I'm most certainly not brand new to the issues at hand here. To start things off, I'm 26-years-old and I work a few different jobs in the music industry. ...
What is Interstitial Cystitis & Does It Cause Incontinence?
What is interstitial cystitis (IC) and how does it cause or relate to incontinence? Interstitial cystitis is a painful bladder syndrome that is difficult to diagnose due to its various and oft...
What is Spastic Bladder? | Depend
What is spastic bladder and how is it different from overactive bladder? Overactive bladder and spastic bladder are basically the same condition characterized by uncontrolled bladder spasms that l...