Overflow incontinence
Overflow Incontinence
Overflow incontinence (pronunciation: /ˈoʊvərˌfloʊ ˌɪnkənˈtɪnəns/) is a type of urinary incontinence characterized by the involuntary release of urine from an overfilled bladder, often in the absence of any urge to urinate.
Etymology
The term "overflow incontinence" is derived from the English words "overflow", meaning to spill over or exceed capacity, and "incontinence", which originates from the Latin "incontinentia", meaning lack of restraint or control.
Definition
Overflow incontinence is a condition where the bladder fails to empty properly, leading to an overflow of urine. This can occur due to a blockage or obstruction, such as an enlarged prostate, or due to nerve damage that impairs the bladder's ability to sense when it is full.
Symptoms
Common symptoms of overflow incontinence include frequent or constant dribbling of urine, a weak or interrupted urine stream, and the sensation that the bladder is not completely empty even after urination.
Related Terms
- Urinary Incontinence: A general term for the involuntary loss of urine.
- Stress Incontinence: A type of urinary incontinence caused by physical stress or pressure on the bladder.
- Urge Incontinence: A type of urinary incontinence characterized by a sudden, intense urge to urinate followed by an involuntary loss of urine.
- Functional Incontinence: A type of urinary incontinence where the person has normal bladder control but cannot reach a toilet in time due to physical or mental impairments.
- Enlarged Prostate: A common condition in older men where the prostate gland becomes enlarged, potentially causing urinary problems.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Overflow incontinence
- Wikipedia's article - Overflow incontinence
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