Stress Urinary Incontinence Treatment in Tyler, TX

What is Male Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI)?

Urinary incontinence refers to the loss of bladder control or leaking of urine. Male SUI occurs when there is involuntary leakage of urine during activities that put pressure on the bladder, such as coughing, sneezing, laughing, or lifting heavy objects.

Dr. Williams has devoted his time to male sexual health and reconstructive surgery, with a focus on low testosterone, erectile dysfunction, penile prosthetic and incontinence surgery, and Peyronie’s disease repairs at his primary urology office. He has also focused on female sexual health and reconstructive surgery including stress incontinence, using Solyx sling (“MISIS™” minimally invasive single incision sling technique) and state of the art transvaginal dermal graft sacrospinous fixation for vaginal vault prolapse (cystocele & rectocele), and pelvic floor dysfunction. He is considered a leading expert in his field and a member of the Society of Urologic Prosthetic Surgeons (SUPS), Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA), as well as the International Society for Sexual Medicine (ISSM) and American Urology Association (AUA).

How Common is Stress Urinary Incontinence in Men?

Although this condition is more common in women, 25 percent of males can also have stress urinary incontinence.  If you have incontinence, it is usually a long-term condition so it is best to talk to Dr. Williams.

Symptoms of Stress Urinary Incontinence

The main symptom of male SUI is the unintentional leakage of urine during activities that increase abdominal pressure.

Additional symptoms may include:

• Frequent Urination – A need to urinate more often than usual
• Urgency – A sudden and compelling need to urinate
• Incomplete Emptying – A feeling that the bladder has not emptied completely
• Weak Urinary Stream – Difficulty initiating or maintaining a steady urine flow

Causes of Stress Urinary Incontinence

There are many reasons, causes, and ways that your bladder can lose control. These issues are often related to prostate problems or treatments for them. If your prostate is enlarged, it can be caused by aging or cancer and lead to overactive bladder symptoms.

When you have urinary incontinence, your bladder isn’t holding or releasing urine the way it should.

This can happen because:

• Your brain doesn’t signal your bladder correctly
• You have a blockage in your urinary system
• The muscles around your bladder aren’t working well

If you are leaking urine when you are doing an activity and something puts pressure on your bladder, we can help.

Treatment for Stress Urinary Incontinence

Luckily, incontinence is not just a normal sign of aging that you have to live with. There are many treatment options available to give you the relief you need.

We will start with a physical exam, urine test or other tests to determine the underlying cause.

We may also offer the following treatment options:

• Lifestyle changes – Reducing caffeine, carbonation, alcohol, smoking, or other recommendations can help
• Pelvic Floor Exercises (Kegel exercises) – Strengthening the pelvic floor muscles can improve urinary control
• Bladder Training – Learning to schedule bathroom visits and gradually increasing the time between them
• Behavioral Techniques – Techniques such as double voiding (urinating twice within a short period) can help reduce residual urine
• Weight Management – Maintaining a healthy weight can alleviate pressure on the bladder
• Incontinence Products – The use of absorbent pads or adult diapers can provide temporary relief
• Medications – Some can help relax the bladder or help shrink an enlarged prostate
• Surgical Interventions – In severe cases, surgical procedures like the placement of a male sling or artificial urinary sphincter may be considered

Schedule Your Urinary Incontinence Consultation in Tyler, TX

If you are suffering from symptoms commonly associated with urinary incontinence in the Tyler, TX area, contact urologist R. Clay Williams, D.O. today at (903) 262-3900 or request an appointment through our secure online form. We are just a short drive from Longview, Jacksonville, Mineola, Sulphur Springs, Marshall, and Kilgore.