These numbers are increasing as the population ages.
Many women assume that urinary leakage is a normal part of aging.
It s not and women should not accept this condition as normal. It has been shown to affect a person s social, sexual, clinical and psychological well-being. However, less than one-half of incontinent women seek medical care. Often, they rely on absorbent products and changes in their lifestyle to cope with the condition. They often become socially isolated, restricting their interactions with family and friends and avoiding excursions outside their homes.