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Is it possible to have to strain to empty bladder at times, but have incontinence as well? i have herniated disc, sciatica.. mri confirmed. annoyed!

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Dr. Matthew Ragsdell answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

This is an emergency: With that information of having to strain yourself to urinate and having episodes of incontinence, you need to seek treatment immediately, I would recommend the ER with a spine consult.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Is it possible to have to strain to empty bladder at times, but have incontinence as well? i have herniated disc, sciatica.. mri confirmed. annoyed!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Matthew Ragsdell answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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