Deepika Das Deepika Das Asked 7 months ago

Can kidney stones cause urinary incontinence?

Since I had a bad episode with kidney stones a few months ago, I've been experiencing some issues with controlling my urine. Sometimes I leak a little bit, especially when I cough or sneeze. Is it possible for kidney stones to cause urinary incontinence?

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Meenakshi Sundaram Meenakshi Sundaram Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago
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Yes, when a stone is irritating the bladder wall, it can cause a sudden, uncontrollable urge to urinate. Since I have thyroid issues and have to be careful with urinary health, I highly recommend regular tests and doctor follow-ups to find the exact cause.

Swami Chaitanya Swami Chaitanya Joined May 2026 5 months ago

The pressure of the stone can weaken the pelvic floor muscles temporarily and cause leakage. Practicing gentle pranayama helps calm the bladder nerves, but please consult a doctor for proper diagnosis.

Pooja Sawant Pooja Sawant Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Actually yes, it is super annoying yaar! When the stone is pressing near the bladder, you feel like you have to run to the washroom every minute and might leak a bit. Just see a doctor to get some relief.

Arjun Mehta Arjun Mehta Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

Urinary incontinence can happen if a stone is lodged near the bladder neck, causing spasms and bladder instability. However, it can also be due to a UTI or prostate issues in men. Getting a professional urologist's opinion is the best course of action.

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Riya Kapoor Riya Kapoor Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Hey, don't feel embarrassed, this can definitely happen when a stone irritates the bladder. It makes you feel like you can't hold it in. Just get an ultrasound done and speak to a doctor, it will get sorted.

Vijay Agrawal Vijay Agrawal Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Yes, bladder irritation from stones can cause leakage. Instead of buying expensive adult diapers or worrying, just get a simple urine routine test and see a local doctor to treat the root cause.

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