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Bladder Behaving Badly? Your Diet Could Be to Blame

Bladder Behaving Badly? Your Diet Could Be to Blame

Overactive bladder is the name given to symptoms of urinary urgency (the sudden overwhelming urge to urinate that feels like you may not be able to control it), urinary frequency (when you feel like you have to go all the time) and/or urinary urge incontinence (the sudden overwhelming urge to urinate that results in uncontrollable […]
Urinary Incontinence: "Just Deal With It" is Not the Only Option for Leakage

Urinary Incontinence: "Just Deal With It" is Not the Only Option for Leakage

Many people never seek treatment for urinary incontinence because they are too embarrassed to ask their healthcare provider about the issue or were told urine leakage is a normal part of aging and to “just deal with it.” Luckily, this is far from the truth; current interventions can cure or greatly improve the symptoms of […]
I pee a little when I’m laughing, coughing or sneezing; is that normal?

I pee a little when I’m laughing, coughing or sneezing; is that normal?

This is is one of the most common questions we hear. Unfortunately, some people don’t ask because have been led to believe that it is normal and/or there’s nothing that can be done about it. This question is so important because it opens the door to learn more about your body and the opportunity to […]
Portland Urogynecology: Surgical Options for Treating Stress Urinary Incontinence

Portland Urogynecology: Surgical Options for Treating Stress Urinary Incontinence

If you leak urine with coughing, lifting, laughing, sneezing or any other physical activity, you have stress urinary incontinence. The severity can range from mildly irritating to socially debilitating. If non-surgical treatments, including pelvic floor muscle strengthening (kegel exercises) or lifestyle changes (weight loss is particularly effective) have not been helpful, don’t give up hope. There […]