Is there mare than one type of bladder problem?
There are several different types of bladder problems. Stress incontinence – this is when the bladder leaks small amounts of urine during coughing, sneezing, laughing, lifting or any sudden physical exercise. Confusingly the use of the word ‘stress’ does not mean mental stress, but refers to the physical stress or pressure that sudden movements place on the muscles supporting the bladder. Unstable bladder – there are several symptoms of an unstable bladder. Some people need to go to the toilet frequently – more than seven times during the day and more than once at night. Others experience a very strong urge to go to the toilet with no advance warning. Sometimes this urge is so strong that they are unable to delay passing water long enough to reach the toilet. Mixed incontinence – individuals who suffer from both unstable bladder and stress incontinence are described as having mixed incontinence. Overflow incontinence – this occurs when the bladder does not empty properly. As a result,
