Is urinary incontinence normal at 39 weeks of pregnancy?

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At 39 weeks of pregnancy

Is urinary incontinence normal at 39 weeks of pregnancy?

, urinary incontinence is normal.

If it is only simple urinary incontinence, there are no other urinary system symptoms, it is generally normal. It is mainly caused by the pressure on the bladder caused by the enlargement of the uterus. It usually recovers after childbirth. Don't worry too much. However, if in addition to urinary incontinence, it is accompanied by frequent urination, urgency, urinary pain and other symptoms, it is not normal. It is considered to be related to urinary tract infections, urinary stones and other diseases.

Pregnant women should keep their vulva clean and exercise their pelvic floor muscles properly to help relieve urinary incontinence.



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