Overflow incontinence

Overflow incontinence is a type of urinary incontinence characterized by the involuntary release of urine from an overfull urinary bladder, often in the absence of any urge to urinate. This condition is also known as chronic urinary retention.

Causes

Overflow incontinence can be caused by a variety of conditions, including nerve damage, bladder stones, and certain medications. It can also be caused by conditions that block the flow of urine out of the bladder, such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), prostate cancer, or urethral stricture.

Symptoms

The main symptom of overflow incontinence is the release of urine without any urge to urinate. Other symptoms can include a slow urine stream, difficulty starting to urinate, and feeling like the bladder is not completely empty after urination.

Diagnosis

Overflow incontinence is diagnosed through a combination of a physical examination, a review of the patient's medical history, and certain tests. These tests can include a urinalysis, a bladder ultrasound, and urodynamic testing.

Treatment

Treatment for overflow incontinence depends on the underlying cause. It can include medications, catheterization, and in some cases, surgery.

See also

• Urinary incontinence
• Stress incontinence
• Urge incontinence
• Functional incontinence

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