Incontinence is the inability to control ones bodily functions of urination. Incontinence is caused from problems from muscles and nerves that helps one to be able to control their bladder. It is more of a problem with women then men, due to pregnancy, menopause, and the structure of the females urinary tract. Most women will experience urine leakage when they cough or sneeze, or even while they are running. It is an embarrassing situation for women. One way to help prevent from getting embarrass is to wear incontinence pads . This will help from getting ones clothes soiled from the urine. There is medication that is available that can help control incontinence. It can also be controlled by Kegel exercises that help strengthen the muscles that hold the urine in.

Also, by going to the bathroom at regular intervals, called timed voiding, can help from having any leakage or accidents.