Do you urinate when you sneeze or laugh? 5 main causes
The condition of involuntary leakage of urine when you sneeze, cough, or laugh is a condition that bothers many women. This is called ‘stress incontinence’. The main causes are:
Weakness of the pelvic muscles: The main reason for this is that the pelvic floor muscles that support the bladder and uterus become weak. When the muscles become weak, they are unable to resist the sudden pressure.
Labor and pregnancy: The expanding uterus during pregnancy puts pressure on the bladder. In addition, excessive stretching and damage to the pelvic muscles and nerves during normal delivery can cause this condition.
Menopause and hormonal changes: After menopause, the level of the hormone estrogen in the body decreases. This hormone plays a major role in maintaining the health of the cells in the urinary tract and bladder. Its deficiency causes the muscles to lose elasticity.
Obesity and chronic cough: Excess weight increases the pressure in the abdomen and transmits it to the bladder. Similarly, chronic cough caused by smoking or allergies weakens the pelvic muscles by constantly putting pressure on them.
Previous surgeries: Surgery such as hysterectomy can change the natural structure of the muscles in the pelvic area. This may affect bladder control.
