What is Urge Urinary Incontinence?
Leakage that occurs after suddenly feeling the need to urinate; The loss of bladder control is a common and often embarrassing problem. The severity ranges from occasionally leaking urine when you have the urge to urinate or on the way to the bathroom to a more severe problem that's so sudden and strong you just can’t get to a toilet in time. A common cause is abnormal nerve signals that result in bladder spasms.
At the Female Pelvic Health Center we are experts in treating urinary incontinence, with many of the treatments performed at our center in Newtown, PA.
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Webinar with Dr. Molden
Do you experience urinary leakage while laughing, sneezing, exercising or know someone that does? You are not alone! Approximately 50% of adult women experience urinary incontinence at some point in their lives.
Female Incontinence expert Dr. Stephanie Molden, Board Certified Urogynecologist and Top Doc for 10 years in a row, is hosting a webinar to help you stop the leaking and Ditch the Pads! She will be explaining the latest cutting-edge solutions and taking questions.
Dr. Molden the founder of the Female Pelvic Health Center and is the area’s leading expert on Incontinence. Join her at 5:30 pm on May 21st for this free webinar.
Why see Dr. Stephanie Molden for urge urinary incontinence?
Stephanie Molden is a board-certified, fellowship-trained urogynecologist with specialized expertise in pelvic floor disorders and urinary incontinence. She provides precise diagnosis and personalized treatment plans — including advanced medical and procedural options — making her one of the most experienced urge incontinence specialists in Pennsylvania.
What is urge urinary incontinence?
Urge urinary incontinence (UUI) is the sudden, intense urge to urinate followed by involuntary leakage. It occurs when the bladder contracts without warning, overwhelming normal control mechanisms.
What causes urge urinary incontinence?
Common causes include:
- Overactive bladder muscle (detrusor overactivity)
- Neurological conditions
- Urinary tract irritation
- Age-related changes
- Bladder inflammation
Triggers may include cold exposure, running water, or caffeine.
What are the symptoms of urge urinary incontinence?
Symptoms typically include:
- Sudden, strong need to urinate
- Involuntary leakage before reaching the bathroom
- Frequent urination (day or night)
- Urgency triggered by sound or sensation
How is urge urinary incontinence diagnosed?
Diagnosis is based on:
- Symptom history and bladder diary
- Physical and pelvic exam
- Urinalysis
- Urodynamic testing when needed
Accurate diagnosis guides targeted therapy.
How is urge urinary incontinence treated?
Treatment options depend on severity and goals and may include:
- Behavioral therapy (timed voiding, bladder training)
- Pelvic floor physical therapy
- Medications to calm overactive bladder muscle
- Minimally invasive neuromodulation
- Personalized procedural interventions in select cases
Dr. Molden tailors each plan to the patient’s needs.
Can urge urinary incontinence improve?
Yes. With appropriate evaluation and treatment, many patients achieve significant symptom reduction and improved bladder control.
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