National Kidney and Urologic Diseases
Information Clearinghouse (NKUDIC)

A service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), National Institutes of Health (NIH)

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Incontinence (Loss of Bladder Control)

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Bladder Control for Women
The webpage links to bladder control for women publications.

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Cystocele (Fallen Bladder)
Describes the causes and treatment for urinary problems that result from a fallen bladder.
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Cystoscopy and Ureteroscopy
Outlines possible reasons for cystoscopy and ureteroscopy and explains the preparation involved. Describes the procedures in detail, as well as what patients can expect afterward.
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Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome
Describes the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of interstitial cystitis (IC). Defines the two types of IC, ulcerative and nonulcerative. Provides information about special concerns for patients and current research.
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Sexual and Urologic Problems of Diabetes
Describes the sexual and urologic problems that men and women with diabetes may experience. Provides information about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Includes suggestions for additional resources.
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Urinary Incontinence in Children
Discusses the causes of nighttime and daytime incontinence in children, describes medical and behavioral treatments, and lists resources for additional information.
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Urinary Incontinence in Men
Explains how nerve problems, prostate enlargement, and treatments for prostate cancer can all create continence issues for men. Discusses the causes of urinary incontinence in men and its diagnosis and treatment.
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Urinary Incontinence in Women
Discusses the anatomy of the female urinary system, defines the major types of incontinence in women, describes treatment, and lists resources for additional information.
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Page last updated: February 10, 2012


 

The National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse is a service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health.

National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse
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Phone: 1–800–891–5390
TTY: 1–866–569–1162
Fax: 703–738–4929
Email: nkudic@info.niddk.nih.gov
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