Definition
What is urinary incontinence?
There are different types of continence control problems. You can find information about what these are and why they happen in this section.
Types and symptoms
Urinary incontinence is when there is some degree of urine leakage. This can be due to muscular or nerve damage, infection or disease. But bladder control problems aren't just about leakage.
Causes
The causes of urinary incontinence can be straightforward, but some are complex.
Facts and statistics
If you need a consultant's assessment your healthcare adviser will send you to a urologist