Adult incontinence is a topic that is rarely mentioned although many people are afflicted by the problem. Many women are told that adult incontinence is a normal part of the aging process but that is a myth. Adult incontinence does affect one tenth of adults over age 65 but the cause of the problem is different for most people.

It is often common for men with prostate cancer to suffer from adult incontinence. Some people suffer only occasional leakage but others suffer from large and unpredictable episodes that require the use of adult nappies.

Urinary incontinence is a medical condition -

Urinary incontinence is not a normal part of the aging process. Treatment will usually offer some improvement but making significant improvement is difficult. Studies have shown that women are suffering for up to six years before seeking help for their adult incontinence problem. There are many causes for the condition such as obesity, constipation and urinary tract infections. This is the short list of possible causes. It is interesting to note that diabetes is also considered to be a factor.

Women of all ages can be affected by Stress Incontinence -

Many women suffer from weak pelvic muscles, and it is not only women who have given birth that suffer from this problem. Stress incontinence affects many women finding themselves in an uncomfortable and embarrassing situations when they laugh, cough, or sneeze. Due to the affects of Incontinence many women find relief through specialized products like adult nappies.

However, there are pelvic floor exercises that can strengthen pelvic muscles. Pelvic floor muscles are usually not even noticed as long as they function properly.

Here are a list of important things to remember if you suffer from urinary incontinence:

=> Consider seeing a gynaecologist/urologist for your problem.

=> Check out all options before considering prescription medications.

=> Understand that urinary incontinence is not something that comes with age.

=> Stress incontinence is not part of aging.

=> Incontinence does not have to determine what levels of activities you can perform.  

=> There are a massive range of products designed to suit both man and women, with various levels of activity and protection and many other considerations all available at the click of a button.

Always remember to seek as many options as possible before making a decision on one solution. If there are any choices that don't involve medication always consider them seriously.

Medications can have many unrelated side affects that you may be unaware of. Check out the National Association of Continence and the National Institute on Aging for more information about urinary stress incontinence.