Women are more prone to UI due to several anatomical and hormonal factors:

• Pregnancy and childbirth: Pregnancy weakens pelvic floor muscles that support the bladder and urethra. Childbirth, especially vaginal delivery, can further damage these muscles.
• Menopause: Decreasing estrogen levels after menopause can weaken the urethra and bladder muscles, contributing to stress incontinence.
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs): UTIs are more common in women and can irritate the bladder, leading to leakage.
• Vaginal atrophy: Thinning and inflammation of vaginal tissues after menopause can affect bladder control.

• Stress incontinence: The most common type in women, caused by leaking urine during activities that increase pressure on the bladder (coughing, sneezing, laughing, exercise).
• Urge incontinence (overactive bladder): A sudden, strong urge to urinate that’s hard to control, sometimes accompanied by leakage.
• Mixed incontinence: Having symptoms of both stress and urge incontinence.

Pelvic floor muscle exercises, also known as Kegels, are highly effective for improving bladder control. You can do them discreetly almost anywhere. Here’s a basic guide:

1. 1. Tighten the muscles around your urethra (like stopping urine flow) and vagina as if lifting them upwards.
   2. Hold for a count of 5, then relax for a count of 10.
   3. Aim for 3 sets of 10 repetitions daily.

• Maintain a healthy weight: Excess weight puts extra pressure on your bladder.
• Manage fluids: Drink plenty of fluids throughout the day, but avoid bladder irritants like caffeine and alcohol before bedtime.
• Empty your bladder regularly and completely: Don’t wait until you feel the urge to urinate. When you go, try to fully empty your bladder.
• Quit smoking: Smoking can irritate the bladder and contribute to coughing, which can worsen stress incontinence.

Don’t hesitate to see a doctor if you experience any degree of urinary leakage. Early diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve your quality of life.
Remember: Urinary leakage is a common issue, and you’re not alone. There’s no shame in seeking help. A doctor can diagnose the cause and create a personalized treatment plan to regain control.

V-Lift SUI treatment is a minimally invasive procedure to address stress urinary incontinence (SUI), a condition where urine leaks during physical exertion. It involves the insertion of a suburethral sling to support the urethra and prevent involuntary leakage.