What is bladder leakage a sign of?

Do you ever feel like your bladder has betrayed you? Just when you least expect it, a little bit of urine leaks out. It’s embarrassing enough to make anyone want to crawl under their covers and stay there for eternity. But don’t worry, my friend, I’m here to tell you that bladder leakage is not the end of the world!

Bladder leakage, also known as urinary incontinence (UI), can be a sign of various underlying medical conditions or lifestyle factors. While UI may cause discomfort and inconvenience, it can be treated effectively if identified early, allowing individuals with this condition to lead fulfilling lives.

So what exactly could cause bladder leakage? Let’s take a closer look.

Weak Pelvic Muscles

You know those muscles responsible for stopping the flow of pee midstream? Yeah, those are called pelvic floor muscles. If they’re weak or damaged, then there’s nothing holding back the tide when you need it most! This can happen due to:

  • Pregnancy and childbirth
  • Ageing
  • Menopause
  • Surgery
  • Straining while lifting heavy objects or during bowel movements

An Overactive Bladder

Just like how some people have difficulty controlling their temper from time-to-time; sometimes our bladders malfunction as well. When we aren’t able to control our urge ‘in time’, an accident occurs – just like rending your pants at work because the vending machine ate your money!

This happens when:

  • The nerves connecting brain-and-bladder become overactive.

Offending Candidates:

The usual suspects include caffeine addiction/misuse-of-the-stuff-from-heaven; low fluid intake; certain medications such as diuretics have been found guilty too. Hormonal changes experienced by women further exacerbate urinary symptoms.

Infections

Ah yes infections! Those little creatures that cause hassle in just about every corner of our body. Urinary tract infections, kidney and bladder infection; can all be root causes. This often results in an increased urgency to pee, coupled with a burning (lit up like a christmas tree) sensation while doing the duty.

Neurological disorders

If your central nervous system becomes affected by something bad – it may lead to difficulty controlling your bladder.

The most common neurological disorder that affects everyone is Parkinson’s disease. Along with multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, dementia could also trigger symptoms as well.

An Undisputed Group: Men

Unfortunately ‘stereotyping’ doesn’t usually work on a biological level when it comes to men who experience this particular…misadventure!

Men tend to suffer from UI as they age because their prostate gland grows larger over time known as Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia or BPH for short.

While various reasons contribute towards urinary incontinence it is imperative that if you are experiencing any discomfort associated with urination: seek help!

Tip: If you’re interested check out pelvic-floor exercises/pelvic rehabilitation program which helps strengthen muscles supporting organs nestled within the pelvis.

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