Urinary incontinence may sound like a minor issue, but it might not be as small as you think. Although urinary incontinence can occur in all women, if it starts to happen frequently and causes messiness, leading to a lack of confidence and affecting your lifestyle, don’t ignore it. It could result in an inability to hold urine in the future.
Urinary incontinence is not just an age-related issue
The main cause of urinary incontinence is the weakening of the pelvic floor muscles, which causes the pelvic organs to press against the urethra and bladder. When coughing, sneezing, or exerting force that increases abdominal pressure, urine leakage can occur. Urinary incontinence is therefore common inwomen aged 40 and above, up to menopause. However, younger women are not exempt. If you haveexcess weight, engage in strenuous exercise, or regularly perform heavy lifting at work, you may also face urinary incontinence due to premature weakening of the pelvic floor muscles caused by pressure.
Urinary incontinence occurs due to “weakening”
The pelvic organs in women include the uterus, vagina, bladder, and urethra. Muscle weakening in this area can be categorized as follows:
- Urinary incontinence from uterine prolapse
Normally, the uterus is held in place by muscles. When these muscles cannot function effectively, the uterus descends and presses against the bladder and urethra. This causes urine leakage during sudden pressure increases such as coughing or sneezing.
- Urinary incontinence from vaginal wall prolapse
Similarly, when the vaginal wall weakens, the upper vaginal wall sags and may press on the urinary tract, causing abnormal urine control. This also leads to a feeling of looseness, which can affect sexual satisfaction. If left untreated, it may worsen to the point where tissue protrudes from the vaginal opening.
- Urinary incontinence from urethral prolapse
The bladder naturally functions well to store urine, with a capacity of 300-500 milliliters. The urethral sphincter contracts to prevent urine leakage and signals when it is appropriate to urinate. However, when these muscles weaken, the ability to hold urine decreases, causing leakage even without the urge to urinate.
Stop urinary incontinence from vaginal wall prolapse with “laser”
You can say goodbye to urinary incontinence without surgery using the “Vaginal Lift” 360-degree laser, specially developed for vaginal tissue. It delivers energy to stimulate the production of new collagen and elastin, causing the vaginal walls to shrink, tighten, and become stronger. The procedure takes about 10 minutes, is painless, requires no anesthesia injection, and you may only feel a slight warmth during the treatment.
How often should you do Vaginal Lift Laser to see results?
It is recommended to have 3 sessions for maximum effectiveness, spaced about 4-6 weeks apart. The best time to undergo treatment is 7 days before and after your menstrual period. Avoid sexual intercourse for 4-5 days after the laser treatment.