stress incontinence

noun

Updated on: 2 Apr 2018

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

Recent Examples of stress incontinence from the Web

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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First Known Use of stress incontinence

1935

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Medical Dictionary

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