Loss of bladder control is common, but treatable
Loss of bladder control is more common than many people realize, and it can affect both men and women at any age. You might notice leakage, a sudden urge to go, or difficulty controlling your bladder.
At Tallwood, we take the time to understand your symptoms and create a care plan that fits your needs, so you can feel confident and in control again.
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What is urinary incontinence?
Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control. It can range from occasional leaks to more frequent urgency or difficulty holding urine.
While symptoms may feel frustrating or even embarrassing, they’re often linked to underlying conditions that can be treated with the right care.
Common types of urinary incontinence
Understanding the type of incontinence you’re experiencing helps guide the most effective treatment:
- Stress incontinence: Leakage during activities like coughing, sneezing, laughing or exercise
- Urge incontinence: A sudden, strong need to urinate followed by leakage
- Overflow incontinence: Difficulty fully emptying the bladder, leading to dribbling
- Mixed incontinence: A combination of two or more types
Symptoms to watch for
You may benefit from talking to a provider if you’re experiencing:
- Leakage during everyday activities
- Sudden or frequent urges to urinate
- Difficulty holding urine
- Frequent trips to the bathroom
- Disrupted sleep due to nighttime urination
Common causes of urinary incontinence
Urinary incontinence can have different causes depending on your body, health history and life stage.
In women, it’s often related to changes in the pelvic floor, pregnancy or menopause. In men, it’s more commonly linked to prostate health or nerve-related conditions.
Understanding the underlying cause is an important first step toward finding the right treatment, and you don’t have to figure that out on your own.
Treatment options that fit your life
Treatment depends on your symptoms and what’s causing them. We typically start with the least invasive options and adjust as needed.
Your care plan may include:
- Pelvic floor therapy or rehabilitation
- Medications to improve bladder control or reduce urgency
- Minimally invasive therapies like nerve stimulation or Botox
- Support devices such as pessaries
- Surgical options, including sling procedures or other targeted treatments
Many patients see meaningful improvement with the right combination of care.
Care tailored to your needs
Urinary incontinence doesn’t look the same for everyone — and your care shouldn’t either.
Men and women often experience different underlying causes and may benefit from different treatment approaches. Exploring care options specific to your needs can help you better understand what to expect and what may work best for you.
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