Urinary Incontinence

Did you know that more than 13 million women in the US have urinary incontinence or loss of bladder control at some point in their lives?  It can be embarrassing, uncomfortable and severe enough to interfere with activities like exercise, travel or even social relationships. You don't have to suffer with it. Use this website to gain a better understanding of urinary incontinence and learn about safe, effective, minimally invasive treatments.

There are 4 common types of urinary incotinence:

Stress urinary incontinence:  the unintentional release or leakage of urine during sudden movements such as coughing, sneezing, laughing and exercising.

Urge incontinence: the sudden, intense urge to urinate, followed by a loss of urine. 

Mixed incontinence: occurs when women have symptoms of both stress and urge incontinence.

Overflow incontinence: occurs when the bladder doesn't completely empty.  It may be caused by nerve damage to the bladder or obstruction to the flow of urine.

The correct treatment depends on the type of urinary incontinence, therefore it is important to talk to your healthcare professional about your symptoms. 

  Stress urinary incontinence

Stress urinary incontinence is the most common type of urinary incontinence and fortunately the most easily treatable.  It can be diagnosed based on the symptoms you describe and a careful pelvic exam focused on your pelvic support.  You may need special tests to evaluate your bladder and urethral function.  The first line therapy is usually Kegel exersises to help strengthen the pevic floor muscles.  Depending on the severity of your condition, however, Kegel's may not bring sufficient relief.  Other therapies that may be used include biofeedback and electrical stimulation.  Today's minally invasive procedures offer safe and effective ways to treat urine leakage.

Dr.Pazmino offers the new 20 minute outpatient procedure called TVT that may be appropriate for some women.  TVT involves the insertion of a mesh like ribbon through a small(1cm) vaginal incision sometimes under local anesthesia.  This provides support for the urethra keeping it closed, when appropriate, preventing involuntary urine loss. Recovery is quick and pain is minimal.  Worldwide, more than 1 million women have been treated with TVT over 7 years with 98% success and very few complications.

Is TVT right for me?

 The best way to determine if you are a candidate for this procedure is to ask your doctor.  As with any procedure of this kind, they should not be considered if you are pregnant or if you plan to be in the future.

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