Urine leakage and male incontinence can happen for a number of reasons. Bladder problems in men are more common than you might think. Learning what type of urine leakage you're dealing with and what the cause is, can help you get closer to finding the right treatment for you.
Urine leakage happens to 1 in 4 men* making it a very common occurrence. Naturally, urinary leakage differs from man to man but regardless if you're dealing with just a few drops every now and then or you're dealing with larger leaks, you can rest assured in knowing that there's help available and there are ways to help you stay in control of urine leakage.
* Based on survey conducted by Essity in 2012, with men over 40 in the US, UK, Germany, Italy, Russia and Mexico by Essity. Data on file not published.
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Common causes for male urine leakage are:
As you can see, the cause of urine leakage in men can depend on many factors. Therefore, it's important to get a good assessment of your particular situation so you can get the right treatment. This means that it's important to get a proper diagnosis from your doctor.
Below are some descriptions of the common types of incontinence that men tend to experience. That being said, it’s always better to consult a doctor if you think you might be suffering with incontinence. If you’re interested in learning more about how incontinence can affect both men and women, you can read our guide to types of urinary incontinence in adults.
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