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Urine leakage: what should you describe at a consultation?

Describe the circumstances and impact of leakage, then understand a diary the doctor may suggest after examination.

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General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.

Tell the doctor when urine leakage first appears. Its everyday impact deserves assessment without waiting for leakage to become more severe.

Leakage when coughing differs from leakage preceded by a compelling urge. Both can coexist: describe what you observe.

Describe when leakage began, how often and in what circumstances it occurs. Mention its impact, previous operations and all treatments.

After examination, the doctor may suggest a diary over two to three days. Record times, urine volumes and leaks following their instructions.

Follow-up considers changes and new symptoms. Do not change medication yourself; discuss any adjustment to drinking with the doctor.

With sciatica pain, new difficulty passing urine or leakage needs urgent medical assessment, as does loss of sensation around the perineum.

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