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Learn More: Incontinence and Overactive Bladder

Risk Factors

You may be more likely to experience incontinence if you:

  • Are significantly overweight or obese
  • Smoke
  • Are pregnant or have carried a pregnancy to term
  • Are postmenopausal
  • Are age 60 or older
  • Have frequent bladder infections
  • Have an enlarged prostate or a family history of prostate trouble
  • Have had pelvic surgery or injury
  • Have a condition that might cause nerve or muscle damage
  • Have had a stroke

Last reviewed on: September, 2009
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