A member asked:

I'm on vacation and i've had a flare-up of incontinence from hoisting bags. does anyone here have a quick fix for this?

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Dr. Mitchell Schuster answered

Specializes in Urogynecology

Crud !: If it is related to lifting heavy things, it is probably related to some loss of pelvic floor support and mobility of the urethra. As a temporary fix you you place a tampon in the vagina and that might help with the mobility. You could also try placing a diaphragm if that is available to you. Otherwise, get back from the vacation and see you doc....Enjoy the vacation.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Betsy Greenleaf answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Stress incontinence: Stress incontinence is from a weakness of the ligaments under the urethra It causes leaking with cough, laugh, sneeze, straining. You can try wearing a tampon, which can put pressure on the urethra. Change the tampon frequently at least every 4 hours as not to hold in infection Resource: www.voicesforpfd.org

Answered 8/6/2014

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