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Incontinence

If you speak with a patient that is embarrassed to talk about their problem with incontinence, you might mention the bladder control supply industry, such as adult diapers, and bladder pads. This happens to be a multi-billion-dollar industry, as they are far from alone in their problem.  Walk into any drug store and you are likely to find at least one complete aisle devoted to nothing but incontinence supplies. This is not a rare problem. In fact it's very common, especially in women.  Causes of Incontinence There are multiple factors that contribute to bladder leakage.  - Medications- certain medications can contribute to bladder leakage. Some    blood pressure medications, diuretics, and muscle relaxers are among     the   more common medications that can cause an overactive bladder, and    bladder leakage.  - Obesity- when the body is overweight, internal organs may be crushed,   creating an urgent sensation to urinate.  When standing and applying    pressur