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The choice of treatment will depend on how severe the symptoms are, and how much they interfere with your lifestyle. There are three main treatment approaches for urge incontinence: medication, retraining, and surgery. MEDICATION If evidence of infection is found in a urine...[read article]

Tests for Urge Incontinence

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Urinalysis is the physical, chemical, and microscopic examination of urine. It involves a number of tests to detect and measure various compounds that pass through ...  More
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Cystometric study measures the amount of fluid in the bladder when you first feel the need to urinate, when you are able to sense fullness, and when your bladder is...  More
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Electromyography(EMG) is a test that checks the health of the muscles and the nerves that control the muscles.  More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.  More
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Uroflowmetry is a test that measures the volume of urine released(excreted) from the body, the speed with which it is excreted, and how long the excretion takes.You...  More
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Bladder Residual Urine Study
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The study may be done in the doctor's office, a clinic, or a hospital. Depending on which tests are being done, the study may take up to an hour or more. The t...  More
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A voiding cystourethrogram is an x-ray examination of the bladder and urethra that is performed while the bladder is emptying.The test is performed in a hospital ra...  More
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A pelvic examination is a routine procedure used to assess the well being of the female patients'' lower genito-urinary tract. This is done as part of a u...  More
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Bladder Stress Test
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Pad Test for Incontinence
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A neurological examination is an essential component of a comprehensive physical examination. It is a systematic examination that surveys the functioning of nerves ...  More
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A voiding cystourethrogram is an x-ray examination of the bladder and urethra that is performed while the bladder is emptying.The test is performed in a hospital ra...  More
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A noninvasive method of assessing bladder volume and other bladder conditions using ultrasonography to determine the amount of urine retention or post-void residual...  More
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Cystometry is a test of bladder function in which pressure and volume of fluid in the bladder is measured during filling, storage, and voiding.The urinary bladder s...  More
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Bladder Diary
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Pelvic ultrasound is a procedure where harmless, high-frequency sound waves are projected into the abdomen. These waves reflect off of the internal structures and c...  More
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Ultrasound involves the use of high-frequency sound waves to create images of organs and systems within the body.An ultrasound machine creates images that allow var...  More
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Cystoscopy is a procedure to see the inside of the bladder and urethra.Cystoscopy is performed with a cystoscope-- a specialized tube with a small camera on the end...  More
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Prescribed Medications for Urge Incontinence

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OXYBUTYNIN (ox i BYOO ti nin) is used to treat overactive bladder. This medicine reduces the amount of bathroom visits. It may also help to control wetting accident...  More
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TOLTERODINE (tole TER a deen) is used to treat overactive bladder. This medicine reduces the amount of bathroom visits. It may also help to control wetting accident...  More
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IMIPRAMINE (im IP ra meen) is used to treat depression. This medicine can also help children who have a nighttime bed wetting problem. This medicine may be used for...  More
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FLAVOXATE (fla VOX ate) is used to relieve spasms in the urinary tract. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if...  More
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SOLIFENACIN (sol i FEN a cin) is used to treat overactive bladder. This medicine reduces the amount of bathroom visits. It may also help to control wetting accident...  More
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TROSPIUM (TROSE pee um) is used to treat overactive bladder. This medicine reduces the amount of bathroom visits. It may also help to control wetting accidents. Thi...  More
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DARIFENACIN (dar ee FEN a sin) is used to treat overactive bladder. This medicine reduces the amount of bathroom visits. It may also help to control wetting acciden...  More
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ONABOTULINUMTOXINA is a neuro-muscular blocker. It is used to treat moderate to severe frown lines on the face. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask yo...  More
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HYOSCYAMINE (hye oh SYE a meen) is used to treat stomach and bladder problems. It is also used for rhinitis, to reduce some problems caused by Parkinson's dise...  More
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OXYBUTYNIN (ox i BYOO ti nin) is used to treat overactive bladder. This medicine reduces the amount of bathroom visits. It may also help to control wetting accident...  More
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PHENOXYBENZAMINE (fen ox ee BEN za meen) is used to treat high blood pressure and sweating associated with pheochromocytoma. This medicine may be used for other pur...  More
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Medical Procedures for Urge Incontinence

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Intermittent catheterization is the temporary placement of a catheter(tube) to remove urine from the body. This is usually done by placing the catheter through the ...  More
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Bladder training is a behavioral modification treatment technique for urinary incontinence that involves placing a patient on a toileting schedule. The time interva...  More
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Electrical nerve stimulation, also called transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation(TENS), is a noninvasive, drug-free pain management technique. By sending elect...  More
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Insertion of Vaginal Pessary
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Self Care for Urge Incontinence

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Kegel exercises are a series of pelvic muscle exercises designed to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor.Pelvic muscle strengthening exercises; Pelvic floor e...  More
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The latest studies conclude that a successful weight-loss plan is a mind/body undertaking that not only involves monitoring calorie intake and expenditure, but deal...  More
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One of the most important ways of managing moderate to severe heart failure is to control fluid and the salt content in your diet. Tune in to find out how.  More
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Planned Voiding
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Surgical Procedures for Urge Incontinence

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Sacral nerve stimulation, also known as sacral neuromodulation, is a procedure in which the sacral nerve at the base of the spine is stimulated by a mild electrical...  More
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Bladder augmentation, also known as augmentation cystoplasty, is reconstructive surgery to increase the reservoir capacity of the bladder. The procedure is very com...  More
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Retropubic suspension is surgery to help control stress incontinence, urine leakage that can happen when you laugh, cough, sneeze, lift things, or exercise. The sur...  More
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Alternative Procedures for Urge Incontinence What's this?

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Biofeedback is a purported technique for helping an individual become conscious of otherwise unconscious body processes. Through conveying information about blood p...  More
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This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the care and information received from your healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns you may have.