stress incontinence

noun

Definition of stress incontinence

: involuntary leakage of urine from the bladder accompanying physical activity (such as laughing or coughing) which places increased pressure on the abdomen — compare urge incontinence

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Lisa Wolanin is an experienced and specially trained pelvic floor therapist who will present a talk on stress incontinence and how a comprehensive therapy program can treat these disorders. — Shirley Macfarland, cleveland.com, "Strongsville students rock out for art at SouthPark Mall: Strong Points," 30 Mar. 2018

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stress incontinence

noun

Medical Definition of stress incontinence

: involuntary leakage of urine from the bladder accompanying physical activity (as in laughing, coughing, sneezing, or physical exercise) which places increased pressure on the abdomen … stress incontinence, is the loss of a little urine with a cough or a sneeze; as the condition progresses, any movement that increases pressure in the abdomen—such as bending over—may cause leakage. — Women's Health, Summer 1998 — compare urge incontinence

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