Incontinence

usgb/ɪnˈkɑːntɪnəns/
noun

Being unable to control the release of urine or poop from your body.

The doctor said that my grandmother suffers from incontinence.
Visual representation of "incontinence" - Being unable to control the release of urine or poop from your body

Often appears as...

  • urinary incontinence
  • fecal incontinence

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Technical

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Medical Condition

Incontinence is primarily a medical term associated with health issues.

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After the surgery, the patient experienced temporary incontinence.
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Sensitive Subject

Discussing incontinence can be embarrassing; sensitivity is important.

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The nurse discreetly asked about the incontinence issue.
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Types Matter

Specify the type (urinary, fecal) for clarity, as treatments differ.

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Urinary incontinence is more common among older women.
Visual representation of the word "Incontinence"

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