Urinary incontinence is the involuntary loss of urine, and it happens when the urinary system loses support from the muscles surrounding it. Leaks can be triggered by a cough, a sneeze, or pressure during intercourse, and it is estimated that up to 55% of women experience some degree of incontinence in their lifetime. Pregnancy, childbirth,…
A normal menstrual cycle happens every 21 to 35 days, with bleeding that lasts about two to seven days. Flow is usually heavier in the first couple of days and then tapers off, and mild cramping or the occasional small clot is common. When bleeding falls outside that range, happens at unexpected times, or becomes…
Chronic pelvic pain is persistent pain felt below the belly button that lasts for six months or longer. It affects a significant number of women and can range from a dull ache to sharp, cramping discomfort. The pain may come and go or remain constant, and it may or may not be tied to your…
Bladder leaks, also called urinary incontinence, or the unintentional loss of bladder control, are more common than many people realize, and it’s nothing to be embarrassed about. For millions of women, it’s a condition that quietly affects quality of life, interfering with exercise, travel, social events, or even laughing and sneezing. Understanding Urinary Incontinence Urinary…
The pelvic floor is a term used to describe a group of muscles and tissue that work together to support the bladder, uterus, vagina and rectum. Pelvic floor muscles support these organs by wrapping around the pelvic bone to help provide stability. Pelvic floor disorders occur when the “sling” or “hammock” that supports the organs…
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