Sign in
or Register nowSexualHealthConnection.com
Pictures Of Positive Pregnancy Tests
Health Encyclopedia: Diagnosing Urinary Incontinence
- Diagnosing Urinary Incontinence
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Stress Incontinence
- Urge Incontinence
- Overflow Incontinence
- Functional Incontinence
Diagnosis
Less than half of patients who have urinary incontinence tell their doctor about the problem. In many cases, patients simply feel that incontinence is part of the aging process. And, in spite of the commonness of this problem, two-thirds of doctors never ask their older patients if they experience incontinence.
It is important, however, for both the doctor and the patient to raise the issue.
Medical History
The first step in the diagnosis of incontinence is a detailed history. The doctor s...
Read more »
Expert & Community Posts
Diabetic Pregnancy: My New Full-Time Job
By Kelsey Bonilla , Health Expert...trying, so I turned in my thesis the very day I took my positive pregnancy test! Boy, am... Read more »
The Positive Aspects of a Diabetic Pregnancy
By Kelsey Bonilla , Health ExpertPregnancy Tracker: 18 weeks, 2 days Size of the Baby: About 6 inches long and 8.5 ounces ... Read more »
Our First Childbirth Class
By Kelsey Bonilla , Health ExpertPregnancy Tracker: 27 weeks, 3 days Size of the Baby: Over 2 pounds! Biggest Obstacle: Finding... Read more »
Preparing Your Body for Baby
By Kelsey Bonilla , Health Expert...called for an appointment with the doctor once I had a positive pregnancy test! To read... Read more »
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) Often Associated with Chronic Pain
By Dr. Mark Borigini , Health ExpertRestless leg syndrome (RLS) is a common and sometimes devastating condition. I see it quite... Read more »
Health Guide
Cervical Cancer: Diagnosis
The changes that lead to cervical cancer develop slowly. Screening tests performed during regular gynecologic examinations can detect early changes.Pap SmearEvery year in the U.S. about 50... Read more »Cholesterol Treatment and Drugs
In 2004, the National Cholesterol Education Program issued its latest recommendations for cholesterol control and management. These guidelines increase the number of Americans who should be... Read more »Ovarian Cancer: Diagnosis
Up to 95% of women diagnosed with ovarian cancer will survive longer than 5 years if their cancers are treated before they have spread beyond the ovaries. Unfortunately, there are no... Read more »Infertility In Women: Lifestyle Changes
Although there are no dietary or nutritional cures for infertility, a healthy lifestyle is important. Ovulatory problems are reversible by changing behavioral patterns. Such... Read more »Infertility In Women: Diagnosis
In any fertility work-up, both male and female partners are tested if pregnancy fails to occur after a year of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. Fertility testing should be done... Read more »Images
Related News
Moms-to-be Need Their Vitamins
April 19, 2007(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Pregnant women in the United States regularly receive multivitamin supplements to ensure adequate nutrition for themselves and... Read summary »
Spotting Potential Heart Attacks
August 17, 2007WINSTON-SALEM N.C. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- MRI and computer technology are merging to give doctors unprecedented views of the heart, as well as a... Read summary »
Better Down Detection
May 05, 2008SEATTLE (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that occurs in about 1 out of every 800 births. Now, a new test can tell you... Read summary »
Asthma Risk Begins in the Womb
June 02, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- During pregnancy, a new mom is conscious of her eating, drinking, exercise and exposure to cigarette smoke for the health of... Read summary »
Weight Loss Surgery for Two
November 28, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Undergoing bariatric weight loss surgery before becoming pregnant may be the healthiest decision for both mother and baby.... Read summary »
- Privacy Policy: Updated as of April 1, 2009|
- Service Terms and Agreement|
- Advertising Policy|
- Contact Us|
- About Us|
- RSS Feed|
- Site Map|
- How to Use This Site
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on SexualHealthConnection.com is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2005-2009. The HealthCentral Network, Inc. All rights reserved.
 | We comply with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here. |
