VERY Embarrassing question...

kmm7309
kmm7309 Posts: 802 Member
edited September 28 in Health and Weight Loss
Has anyone else had any... stress incontinence since they've picked up exercising? It seems like a weight is always pushing my bladder (even when I'm naked) and when I exert myself physically (or even bend over to pick up something)... I... pee... a little. This has never happened before! HELP!

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  • That_Girl
    That_Girl Posts: 1,324 Member
    Sounds like a bladder infection or something of the sort...
  • mom_2_girls
    mom_2_girls Posts: 18 Member
    Do Kegels. That will strengthen those muscles and hopefully that will help.
  • All_Mimsy
    All_Mimsy Posts: 49 Member
    Don't be embarrassed; we all have bladders! But if I were you, I would see a doctor about that particular problem.
  • north35
    north35 Posts: 70
    Any chance you have a bladder infection?

    I have the same problem......ever since having kids. I can't run and if I move fast (like in playing soccer) I leak. So ya no fun.
    I would talk to your doctor. There are also kegal exercises you can do. But 1st rule out anything with your doctor. Good luck!
  • tweety170
    tweety170 Posts: 167
    Don't be embarrassed; we all have bladders! But if I were you, I would see a doctor about that particular problem.

    Agreed,
  • acrathbun
    acrathbun Posts: 5
    well, from what I understand this is a common problem with women who have had children. If you haven't had children (maybe even if you have?), it might be something to take to your doctor.

    After my babies, I did lots of kegels and eventually purchased something called the "kegelmaster." Best money I've ever spent. Really :)

    I'm new here, but thought I'd let you know what has worked for me.

    Good luck!
  • muzicgurl02
    muzicgurl02 Posts: 31
    you need to do kegel exercises, it'll strengthen the muscles down there and the incontinence will stop. if you want more of an explanation "friend" me and I'll explain.
  • CRmom2
    CRmom2 Posts: 73
    I agree with That Girl, I would talk to your doc and get tested for a UTI. Pressure feeling in the bladder typically indicates a UTI or other infection
  • melbaby925
    melbaby925 Posts: 613
    You gotta do Kegel exercises...that, and work those pelvic tilts. There's a super kegel too. Not sure how to explain, but I saw it on Dr. Oz's show. Maybe it'll be on his website?

    If that doesn't help, you should talk to your ob.
  • sgman75
    sgman75 Posts: 2 Member
    There is a condition that can cause this where the urethra becomes detatched. It can be fixed with a laproscopic surgery. It is an easy thing to test for, so I suggest you see your doctor.
  • coltennis
    coltennis Posts: 7 Member
    I had this start happening a few years ago. Especially when I play tennis and go hard for a ball, but even sometimes at the gym doing crunches on the vertical board. Oh and of course when I sneeze!
    I'm 52 and had three big babies though! I just keep doing those Kagel exercises and try to remember to wear some protection. I have a friend that performs corrective surgery for that and she said do everything you can do avoid that procedure!
  • Meggie_pooh
    Meggie_pooh Posts: 316 Member
    that ALWAYS happens to me, but even more ever since I have had a child! I think it's the fact that I drink ALOT of water before during and after I exercise!
  • Pebble321
    Pebble321 Posts: 6,423 Member
    If it's something new I would definitely get it checked out by a doctor or a women's health specialist.
    Otherwise, google "pelvic floor exercises" and get squeezing!
  • jbarr06
    jbarr06 Posts: 2
    I have the same issue. My doctor told me that it was happening to me because I have delivered 3 babies naturally. In November of 2010 I had my bladder tacked up to help out with the same issue but it did not help. :cry:
  • Mairgheal
    Mairgheal Posts: 385 Member
    I was googling on this exact same issue just this morning and found a very good thread on another forum (sorry MFP :wink: ) with loads a tips:

    http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/forum/forummessages.asp?UTN=2814
  • AngieM76
    AngieM76 Posts: 622 Member
    I have had this problem since I had babies. Kegels work wonders!
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