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Urge Incontinence
- Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
- Symptoms & Signs
- Diagnosis & Tests
- Prevention & Expectations
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Treatment & Monitoring
What are the treatments for the condition?
Prevention is the best treatment. There are drugs to relax the bladder. Drug treatment should be monitored carefully and adjusted to each person's needs.
What are the side effects of the treatments?
All medications have potential side effects. The specific side effects depend on the medication that is prescribed. For example, a drug that relaxes the bladder may cause dryness of the mouth.
How is the condition monitored?
Follow up and ongoing monitoring is important in any treatment to make sure progress is being made.