Causes of Incontinence

Loss of bladder control can occur for a number of reasons, not all of which are permanent. Some of the causes of incontinence include:

• Weakened muscle control due to age or natural occurrences like childbirth.
• Side effects from surgery.
• Nervous system disorders like spina bifida or strokes.
• Infections or inflammation of the bladder, prostate gland, or surrounding muscles.
• Neuromuscular diseases such as multiple sclerosis and cerebral palsy.
• Damage caused by spinal cord injuries.