Instead, they resort to absorbent undergarments and other self-prescribed aids without being properly evaluated. Some people feel embarrassed to talk about such a personal thing. Others may feel ashamed. But they shouldn't. It's a medical problem that affects millions of people.
Healthcare providers can help.
If your doctor doesn't treat bladder-control problems, ask him or her for the names of physicians who do. Urogynecologists, urologists and, in some cases, gynecologists are the specialists most likely to treat incontinence. Even if you feel shy, it is often up to you to take the first step. It might be helpful to jot down notes before you talk to a healthcare provider. If you were recently injured, describe the type of injury and the date.