Many women consider the leakage of urine to be normal. The PROBLEM is common but is not normal, and in most cases it can be treated. Urinary incontinence is a symptom of a physical problem, not a disease in itself. Research has shown that ONE in four women AGED 30 to 59 experiences incontinence. When a woman’s FEMALE organs or bladder bulge, sag or fall out of the normal position, this is called a “prolapse.” Pelvic floor prolapse can occur quickly, but most often it occurs gradually over time. Many things may contribute to pelvic prolapse, including family medical history, CHILDBIRTH, prior surgery and chronic constipation.

Many women consider the leakage of urine to be normal. The problem is common but is not normal, and in most cases it can be treated. Urinary incontinence is a symptom of a physical problem, not a disease in itself. Research has shown that one in four women aged 30 to 59 experiences incontinence. When a woman’s female organs or bladder bulge, sag or fall out of the normal position, this is called a “prolapse.” Pelvic floor prolapse can occur quickly, but most often it occurs gradually over time. Many things may contribute to pelvic prolapse, including family medical history, childbirth, prior surgery and chronic constipation.