Overflow incontinence occurs in chronic urine retention when the bladder is always full. Dribbling is constant. An obstruction such as an enlarged prostate gland causes this. Urge incontinence is the inability to suppress a sudden urge to urinate. A sudden change in position may start the urination that continues until the bladder is empty.
Total incontinence is constant leakage.
A complete lack of bladder control prevents urine retention. Urinary incontinence can result from bladder stones or tumors, urinary tract infections, and reaction to medications. Other causes include damage to the brain or spinal cord due to injury or disease, cancer of the prostate, and weak pelvic muscles. The treatment varies and depends on the cause. Drug therapy or minor surgery may get rid of the problem for many older adults.