Medical History and Physical Exam for Urinary Incontinence in WomenExam OverviewA medical history is the most important part of the examination for urinary incontinence . During the medical history, your doctor will ask you to describe:
It may be easier for you to answer these questions if you use a bladder diary (What is a PDF document?) for 3 to 4 days before your appointment. The doctor will ask questions about your general health. To find out the cause of your incontinence, he or she will ask specific questions about your urinary and reproductive tracts, your intestines, and your nervous system. Symptoms and conditions that are often related to incontinence will also be investigated, such as:
A physical exam involves abdominal, rectal , and pelvic examinations . These exams include:
Why It Is DoneA medical history and physical exam are done for everyone who sees a doctor about urinary incontinence. ResultsNormal
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What To Think AboutThe medical history is important and can determine some causes of incontinence. Be sure to tell the doctor about all prescription and nonprescription medicines you are taking. The physical exam can find structural abnormalities of the urinary tract that may be causing or contributing to incontinence. Findings from the physical exam help your doctor know whether further testing is needed. Complete the medical test information form (PDF) (What is a PDF document?) to help you prepare for this test. Current as of: October 6, 2017 |
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