Overflow Incontinence Treatment in Phoenix, AZ

Overflow incontinence occurs in patients when the body can’t sense when the bladder is full, resulting in unexpected urine leakage. In those with overflow incontinence, it is also common for the bladder to not become completely empty after urination.

Our experienced, board-certified urologists in Phoenix, AZ, specialize in effective treatments for overflow incontinence. Take the first step towards freedom from constant worry. Call (480) 924-7333 now to schedule a consultation at our urology clinic in Phoenix, AZ.

Overflow Incontinence Symptoms

Besides sudden and unexpected leaks, patients with overflow incontinence typically exhibit the following symptoms:

Weak urine stream – Many sufferers of overflow incontinence have issues starting to urinate and may experience only a small amount at a time.
Urinating during the night – While sleeping, many women wake up and feel the need to urinate several times throughout the night.
Urinary tract infections – Because the bladder may not be emptying completely, bacteria can grow and infect the urinary tract.

Causes of Overflow Incontinence

Overflow incontinence is seen in male patients more often than females. But, it is still possible for women to develop this issue. In most cases, overflow incontinence is caused by a weakness in the bladder muscles that can develop over time. Other possible causes include:

Bladder stones
Previous injury to the pelvis or hip area
Prolapse of the uterus or bladder

Testing for Overflow Incontinence

Patients may be asked to keep a diary of any urinary incidents they have over a set period of time. This may help our urologist find any patterns or potential causes of incontinence. In addition, the following tests may be performed:

Urine Volume Test. After urinating, our urologist will determine the amount of leftover urine in the bladder.
Bladder Pressure Test. Our urologist will slowly fill the bladder with warm water and use a pressure sensor to measure changes in the patient’s bladder pressure.
Bladder Examination. A cystoscope, a small device that can provide images to the urologist, will be inserted into the bladder so that the physician can examine the bladder and urethra.