Urinary Incontinence Flashcards

1
Q

What is stress urinary incontinence?

A

Involuntary loss of urine upon effort or physical exertion.

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What is urgency urinary incontinence?

A

Involuntary loss of urine associated with urgency.

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3
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What is overactive bladder syndrome?

A

When urgency UI is accompanied by nocturia and increased frequency.

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4
Q

Should anything be ruled out prior to diagnosing overactive bladder syndrome?

A

Presence of a UTI

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5
Q

Which gender is most likely to suffer incontinence?

A

Females

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6
Q

Does caffeine cause urinary incontinence?

A

Yes, removal of this from the diet can resolve the issue.

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7
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What is said to be of increased urinary frequency?

A

Bladder emptying more than 7 times a day.

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8
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What causes stress UI?

A

Intravesical pressure being greater than urethral closing pressure.

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9
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What is usually responsible for an overactive bladder?

A

Idiopathic in nature.

May be neurogenic.

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10
Q

How does hydration level affect bladder symptoms?

A

Lack of hydration can worsen symptoms.

This is due to concentrated urine being more irritating to the bladder wall.

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11
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What are conservative managements of urinary incontinence?

A

Fluid management
Reduction of caffeine, fizzy drinks and alcohol intake
Weight management
Bladder retraining

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12
Q

What medication can be given to treat urinary incontinence?

A

Anticholinergics

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13
Q

What can multiple anticholinergic therapy cause?

A

Impaired cognitive function.

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14
Q

What medication should be avoided in cases of urinary incontinence?

A

Oral oestrogen

This can be given vaginally.

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15
Q

which muscle is paralysed in surgical intervention of UI?

A

Detrusor muscle.

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16
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If patient does not want surgery for UI, what can be given as a last-line medication?

A

Duloxetine