Urgent urination can sometimes indicate a urinary tract infection (UTI) or problems with the bladder or prostate. In other cases, it may be a side effect of the medication.
Various treatments can help people deal with urinary incontinence.
In this article, you will learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of urinary incontinence.
Symptoms
The urge to urinate is strong and there is an urgent need to urinate.
The urge to urinate increases the pressure in the bladder and makes it difficult to hold urine. This pressure causes a strong and urgent need to urinate.
The urge to urinate occurs regardless of whether the bladder is full or not. It also makes a person want to urinate more often than usual. Some people urinate infrequently, while others notice it throughout the day.
Sometimes, but not always, this happens when a person is unable to urinate involuntarily.
Sudden movements that put extra pressure on the bladder, such as coughing or laughing, can cause a small amount of urine to leak from the urethra.
Reason
Urinary incontinence is unlikely to have a serious cause, but it can interfere with a person’s daily life. Many different factors can affect bladder function and cause urination.
A common cause is an overactive bladder. OAB is a condition in which the bladder presses against the urethra, even when the bladder is not full.
Another common cause is a common urinary tract infection caused by bacteria. People may experience a burning sensation when urinating and notice cloudy or bloody urine.
Other causes of urinary incontinence include:
drinking too much liquid, especially alcohol and caffeine, which are diuretics
interstitial cystitis
vaginal infection
prostate infection
enlarged prostate gland
side effects of some medications, including diuretics
diseases that affect nerve endings, such as multiple sclerosis and diabetes
injury during childbirth or surgery
stomach pressure such as pregnancy and obesity
Diagnosis
To diagnose the cause of the urge to urinate, the doctor will perform a physical examination, ask about the person’s symptoms, and evaluate the patient’s medical history.
The doctor will try to determine the urge to urinate, the time of day, what fluids you are drinking, and what medications you are taking. In some cases, a person may need to keep a record of these factors to help the doctor determine the cause.
Doctors may use certain tests to rule out the possibility that symptoms are related to a medical condition, such as an infection. They may ask for a urine or blood sample for testing.
Sometimes imaging and bladder function tests are needed to check for bladder damage or dysfunction.
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Treatment and home remedies
Treatment for urinary incontinence will vary depending on its cause.
Lifestyle changes
Drinking less fluids and avoiding caffeine and alcohol can help. Quitting smoking and maintaining a healthy weight can also help.
Bladder training
Keeping a voiding diary is an effective way to deal with voiding problems.
Bladder training, such as timed urination, is an effective way to control urine output.
Timed urination involves keeping a urine diary and working with your doctor to establish a regular schedule for using the toilet.
People gradually increase the time between bowel movements, train the bladder to hold urine longer, and reduce the frequency of urination.
Physiotherapy
A doctor usually provides physical therapy. This treatment strengthens the pelvic floor muscles and supports the urethra, which carries urine out of the body. Strengthening these muscles reduces the urge to urinate.
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Some medications treat the urge to urinate. Some medications, such as antimuscarinics such as oxybutynin and tolterodine, are intended to relax the bladder.
Different medications will help for different reasons. For example, if the cause is a urinary tract infection, a course of antibiotics will be required.
Medical procedures
In severe cases, surgery or medical devices such as catheters may be needed to help empty the bladder. Another option