Health Tip: What's Causing Urinary Incontinence?
(HealthDay News) -- Urinary incontinence is the medical term that describes the frequent or significant leakage of urine.
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists offers this list of common causes among women:
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A urinary tract infection.
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Weakened or stretched muscles in the pelvis, often the result of pregnancy, childbirth or simply getting older.
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An abnormality in the urinary tract.
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A neuromuscular disorder that affects muscle control.
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A side effect of some medications, notably diuretics.
Date Last Reviewed:
10/23/2009
Date Last Modified:
10/23/2009