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The Hidden Obesity Links Behind Incontinence.

Welcome back to our incontinence awareness series! If you’ve read our last two blogs — From Global Trends to Personal Triggers and Why Adult Diaper Use Is Rising — you already know how big this topic is. Today, let’s go deeper. But if you’re new here or just discovering this conversation, don’t worry! You can catch up on the global and personal sides of incontinence by exploring those posts — just click above before you dive in. The Heart of the Issue: Why Incontinence Happens We’ve seen how adult diaper use is growing worldwide. Now, let’s talk about the complex medical reasons behind incontinence — and shine a spotlight on how obesity increases the risks. Medical Reasons for Incontinence Urinary incontinence doesn’t have a single cause. It can result from muscle weakening, nerve damage (like after a stroke or with conditions such as diabetes), bladder infections, menopause, prostate problems, some medications, and more. These can all disrupt how the body stores and releases urine — ...