Urinary incontinence is a problem that bothers many people regardless of age. It is often caused by dehydration or infection in the body. The main causes are:
Dehydration: The main cause of urinary incontinence is not drinking enough water. When the body is dehydrated, urine becomes concentrated and when it comes out, there is a feeling of straining and pain in the urethra.
Urinary tract infection (UTI): Another cause is when bacteria enter the urethra and cause an infection. This causes severe burning when urinating and the feeling of having to urinate frequently.
Kidney Stones: When stones form in the kidney or bladder, it causes urinary obstruction and leads to painful urination. When the stones move, they can also cause pain in the urethra.
Diet and heat: Eating too much spicy and hot food can increase the acidity of urine. In addition, excessive heat in summer and loss of water from the body through sweat can cause urinary retention.
Prostate enlargement: As men age, the prostate gland swells (prostate enlargement) and can press on the urethra. This makes it difficult to urinate and causes straining.
