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I'm 50 yrs. old.when i jump, sneeze, or shout my urine comes out involuntarily. it's embarrassing.what is the treatment for this.do i need surgery?
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Urologist: You have bladder sphincter weakness, there are medications that can help and ultimately surgery, see a urologist for your options.
Answered 2/26/2013
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