stress incontinence


stress incontinence

noun

Definition of STRESS INCONTINENCE

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

First Known Use of STRESS INCONTINENCE

1935

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