Urinary incontinence is the involuntary leakage of urine. It’s common and can affect women at any age, impacting hygiene and confidence. At the Bader Medical Institute of London, we offer evidence-based options to help you regain control and comfort.
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Conditions
Stress Urinary Incontinence
Leakage with coughing, sneezing, exercise or intimacy due to reduced urethral support.
Urge Incontinence
Overactive bladder with sudden, hard-to-control urges and involuntary leakage.
Mixed Incontinence
A combination of stress and urge symptoms requiring a tailored approach.
Understanding Urinary Incontinence & Treatments
Urinary leakage may occur during effort (stress incontinence) when urethral support and sphincter closure are reduced, or spontaneously with urgency (urge incontinence) due to bladder overactivity or neurological causes. Mixed incontinence combines both.
We offer a full spectrum of options: non-surgical therapies (intravaginal laser, radiofrequency and electromagnetic pelvic-floor stimulation) and day-case surgical solutions when indicated. Your plan is confirmed after consultation — and, where appropriate, urodynamic testing.
Video: Urinary Incontinence Explained
FAQs
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Stress Urinary Incontinence?
Stress urinary incontinence is involuntary leakage that occurs with coughing, sneezing, laughing, exercise or intercourse. It’s typically due to reduced support of the urethra and weaker sphincter closure during effort.
What is Urge Incontinence and what causes it?
Urge incontinence (overactive bladder) involves sudden, compelling urges to pass urine followed by leakage. Causes can include bladder overactivity, neurological conditions (e.g. spinal cord injury, stroke), or other irritative factors. It may affect all ages.
What is Mixed Incontinence?
Mixed incontinence means you experience both stress and urge symptoms. Management addresses both components for best results.
How is a urodynamic test performed?
Urodynamics uses advanced equipment to assess bladder and urethral function. You’ll be asked to attend with a comfortably full bladder. Measurements of flow and pressures are recorded and analysed by computer. Please allow around 2–3 hours; results are reviewed with you the same day.
What is the recommended treatment for Stress Urinary Incontinence?
Many cases are successfully treated with minimally invasive surgery (typically 30–45 minutes, day-case) using a mid-urethral support (tape/sling). Most patients resume everyday activities shortly afterwards. Non-surgical options may also be considered depending on your assessment.
How is the surgical procedure performed for SUI?
Through a small incision in the vaginal wall, a lightweight, antibacterial tape is positioned beneath the urethra to restore support. This gently elevates and aligns the urethra, improving closure during effort and reducing leakage.
How is Urge Incontinence treated?
Management is primarily pharmacological and behavioural (bladder training, pelvic-floor therapy). The plan and duration depend on severity and response, with close clinical follow-up.
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