Urinary Incontinence Loss of bladder control “I kept leaking urine when I sneezed, then one day I was out and couldn’t make it to the toilet in time. I didn’t tell anyone about my accident because I was so embarrassed. I stopped going out and kept making excuses for missing family events. I finally plucked up courage to see a doctor and started treatment. Regaining bladder control has given me back my life!”
What is Urinary Incontinence? Urinary incontinence, or loss of bladder control, causing leaking of urine. Who does it affect? • Men and women of all ages. • More common among the elderly. What problems can it cause? • Feelings of shame. • Unable to apply weight on the leg of the injured hip. • Skin irritation and broken skin (sores) on the buttocks and perineum, if the skin is in constant contact with urine.