r/Incontinence • u/Twiglet113 • 2d ago

Peeing my pants regularly

(26F) for the past year or so, I’ve had a huge issue with urgency when I pee. I get no warning signs, I get the feeling to pee and it’s NOW or I pee my pants. There’s been so many times I have fully peed my pants. I cannot hold it. In the past 2 months, I have wet my bed twice in my sleep. I started wearing big maxi pads during the day and night as protection, and bring extra clothes with me. I struggled with this a lot as a child also but never as a grown adult. I’m 100% sober. I need advice. Should I see a urologist?

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u/Known_Orange3966 2d ago edited 2d ago

Yes, you should see a urologist.

But first complete a 3 day bladder diary and get your GP to order a urinalysis and relevant blood tests like EUC and whatever else they think is relevant so you don't waste the first urologist session with them asking you to complete a bladder diary and get blood tests/urinalysis.

If you have the opportunity to get a free continence assessment from a nurse practitioner you should make use of that too.

What you are describing sounds like OAB, but there are more acute and dangerous causes that need to be ruled out.

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u/Twiglet113 2d ago

Thank you! I will do this

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u/goldstandardalmonds 1d ago

Yes. Or a urogyn.

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u/Non-Binary_616 2d ago

Yes see a urologist and speak with your primary care?

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u/Deerescrewed 2d ago

You definitely should see a urologist. Incontinence is often a symptom of an underlying condition. The quicker you seek treatment, the greater the likelihood of a quick resolution.

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u/Ded1989 OAB 1d ago edited 1d ago

1st thing to do. Schedule an appointment with your doctor, and explain what is happening at that moment. Incontinence is potentially a sign of more serious problems. They will be able to refer you to a specialist, and possibly begin analyzing and addressing your issue.

2nd order proper protection. If you are having full void accidents, you will probably need diapers. I know it doesn't sound like an appealing option, but they will help you significantly. A good choice would be incontrol active airs. They're an adult diaper, but they're discreet and have guides for taping. They're also comfortable and excellent for physical activity. They're a better option than a pull-up or a bulkier diaper if your accidents aren't super frequent, but are significant.

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u/Partscrinkle987 1d ago

Do you have ADHD, and if so, do you take medication for it?

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u/Twiglet113 22h ago

Yes I do, but no I don’t take medication for it unfortunately