The psychosocial impact of urinary incontinence in women

The Impact of Pelvic Floor Muscles Exercises with and without Synergistic Muscles on Quality of Life of Women with Stage I Stress Urinary Incontinence

“…An increase of the intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) occurs during running, jumping and going upstairs or downstairs. In QOL research, women point this out as a significant functioning limitation [44,45,46]. On the basis of the results, it was proven that among the studied women with stage 1 SUI, a significant difference was also noted in area Q4a, i.e., physical limitations, which included sport (walking, running, gymnastics) and travelling.…”

“…The PFM area directly taking part in a sexual act does not work properly among SUI patients. Patients are not only afraid of an improper smell during UI, but they are also embarrassed by the possibility of leaking urine during an orgasm [45]. Proper functioning pelvic floor is associated with higher sexual activity [47].…”

Tension-free vaginal tape-Abbrevo procedure for female stress urinary incontinence: a prospective analysis over 22 months

“…SUI can have a signifi cant detrimental impact on various aspects of quality of life for affected women, such as physical (work, sports, hobbies, travel), psychosocial, sleep, sexual relationships and hygiene. (1,2) Such consequences are the main driving force that prompt affected women to seek treatment to improve the condition.…”

Types of Urinary Incontinence Prevalent among Kuwaiti Women with Type Two Diabetes Mellitus

“…The International Continence Society defines Urinary Incontinence (UI) as "involuntary loss of urine that is a hygienic or social problem to the individual" [1] [2]. UI was classified as "any reported leaking of urine once or more than once per month" while frequent urinary incontinence is "once and more leaking of urine per week" [3].…”

“…UI can be emotionally devastating although it is not a life threatening condition. It is usually a symptom of an underlying condition that ultimately affects the sufferer's quality of life and therefore needs to be investigated and treated [2]. UI is most often perceived as a chronic condition commonly affecting elderly people, however, some studies have shown that it is not limited to age or gender, it affects the young adults, males and females [4] [5].…”