Urinary incontinence, or the involuntary loss of urine, is a common health condition in the United States. According to the National Association for Continence (NAFC), 25 million people in the US experience some form of urinary incontinence every day. Incontinence can occur as a result of urinary tract infections (UTIs), constipation, caffeine consumption, or as a side effect of some medications (such as a diuretic).
If you feel sudden urges to urinate, you may be managing a condition called urge incontinence. Find out the causes, symptoms, and how to diganose and treat it.
