Treating Stress Urinary Incontinence

Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is diagnosed if you involuntarily release urine when you sneeze, cough, laugh or exert yourself.

Symptoms

Involuntary leaking of urine when you sneeze, laugh cough or exert yourself

Treatment Considerations

Treatment first involves identifying any underlying causes for the incontinence, such as a urinary tract infection or certain medications. Don't confuse incontinence with frequent urination, which also can have underlying causes, such as diabetes or taking in too much fluid. Treatments for incontinence include:

Lifestyle Options