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Will my overactive bladder and incontinence get worse with pregnancy and a vaginal birth?

Related Topics: Incontinence, Overactive Bladder, Pregnancy, Vagina, Birth
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Diane K. Newman, RN-C, MSN, ANPDiane K. Newman, RN-C, MSN, ANPSUCCESS!
Diane K. Newman, RN-C, MSN, ANP
Urinary Incontinence
University of Pennsylvania, School of Medicine
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Your urinary incontinence and overactive bladder symptoms may worsen during pregnancy. You need to speak with you obstetrician and tell him about your incontinence as they may consider delivering your baby a different way. Also, you need to start Kegels or pelvic floor muscle exercises so that your pelvic muscle can support your bladder and your uterus as your baby grows.

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