17 Million U.S. Women Encounter Urinary Incontinence

Approximately 17 million women in the U.S. encounter urinary incontinence in their lifetime, often affecting women between the ages of 18 and 60. Common symptoms include:

  • an inability to prevent leaking urine when exercising or other involuntary actions such as coughing or sneezing
  • an overwhelming urge to urinate that often causes them to urinate before getting to a bathroom.

A variety of treatment options are available for urinary incontinence depending on each specific condition. Some treatment options include:

  • Catheter
  • Medications
  • Behavior Therapies
  • Pelvic Muscle Exercises