What causes urinary incontinence?

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Dr Chandra P

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Infections, Pregnancy, Overweight can cause urinary incontinence

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've just got my urine test results back and it mentions something about PUS cells being 56 hpf. My doctor said it's a UTI. What should I be doing to treat it, and is there anything I should be worried about?

For a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) diagnosis with 5-6 pus cellshpf, your doctor will likely prescribe antibiotics, such as Nitrofurantoin, Ciprofloxacin, or Amoxicillin, for 3-7 days to clear the infection; also, drink plenty of water, urinate when needed, and practice good hygiene; potential risk factors if left untreated include kidney damage, recurrent infections, and sepsis, so complete the full antibiotic course and follow up

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Can kidney stones sized 36mm pass naturally with meds or will I need surgery for the 7 stones in my left kidney

Stone difficult to pass through kidney.Surgery is advised to the patient.

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consult sexologist

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