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Stress Incontinence » Support Devices

The urethra of women who have stress incontinence is often not properly supported. This loss of support can be caused by damage at the time of delivering a baby. Or, it may be caused by damage to the pelvic support from repeated straining; for example, from repeated heavy lifting. A mechanical support device (pessary) can be inserted into the vagina to support the urethra. When it's fitted properly you don't feel it inside and it stops the bladder from leaking.


Incontinence Pessaries


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