Symptoms

If you have stress incontinence, you may leak urine when you:

• Cough or sneeze
• Laugh
• Bend over
• Lift something heavy
• Exercise
• Have sex

You may not experience incontinence every time you do one of these things, but any activity that increases pressure on your bladder 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 your symptoms are bothersome or interfere with daily activities, such as your work, hobbies and social life.