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Symptoms
By Mayo Clinic staffIf you have stress incontinence, you may experience urine leakage when you:
- Cough
- Sneeze
- Laugh
- Stand up
- Lift something heavy
- Exercise
You may not experience incontinence every time you do one of these things, but any pressure-increasing activity can make you more vulnerable to unintentional urine loss, particularly when your bladder is full.
When to see a doctor
Talk to your doctor if the signs and symptoms of stress incontinence interfere with your activities of daily living, such as your work, hobbies and social life.
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