What causes LBL?
Just as no two women are alike, there's no single reason that LBL happens. Some of the most common things that lead to uninvited leaks include:
1. Physical changes from childbirth, pregnancy, hysterectomy or menopause.
2. Being overweight
3. Complications from surgery, stroke, or chronic diseases.
4. Bladder or urinary tract infections.
5. Bladder irritants (certain foods and beverages).
What can I do to manage my LBL?
1. Track your triggers - Certain spicy and acidic foods and beverages can aggravate the bladder. To discover what may be triggering your LBL, look for patterns by tracking your food, drinks, and activities.
2. Exercise regularly - One helpful way to reduce leaks is to strengthen the muscles of your pelvic floor. You can do this with yoga, Pilates, tai chi, walking and kegels.
3. Drink more water - Keep your bladder healthy, you should try to drink six to seven 8-ounce glasses of water a day. When you drink less water, your urine becomes more concentrated and may irritate the lining of the urethra and bladder - which can cause spasms and unexpected leaks.
How can I best manage my LBL?
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