What causes sudden fainting and incontinence?

Written by Liu Hong Mei
Neurology
Updated on March 11, 2025
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Sudden fainting accompanied by incontinence can be due to neurogenic syncope, cardiogenic syncope, or vasovagal syncope. Neurogenic syncope generally refers to sudden fainting caused by conditions such as cerebral arteriosclerosis, cerebral vascular narrowing, cerebral vascular occlusion, transient cerebral ischemia, insufficient blood supply from the vertebrobasilar arteries, cerebral embolism, cerebral hemorrhage, intracranial space-occupying lesions, or cerebral vascular malformations, which can lead to incontinence and, in severe cases, convulsions. Cardiogenic syncope is generally caused by myocardial ischemia, myocardial infarction, arrhythmia, or heart failure, leading to a decrease in cardiac output and resulting secondary cerebral ischemia and hypoxia, which cause loss of consciousness.

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Is urinary incontinence due to kidney deficiency?

Generally, urinary incontinence is also considered a symptom of kidney deficiency, and kidney deficiency can also lead to urinary incontinence. Actually, these are two symptoms but both can potentially lead to the disease, so it is important to pay close attention. If urinary incontinence occurs, it is essential to get timely treatment. One should visit a reputable hospital and undergo effective treatment under the guidance of a doctor to avoid impacting daily life. It is also important to maintain personal hygiene, wash frequently, and change clothes regularly to effectively prevent the worsening of the condition. In terms of diet, it is necessary to avoid eating cold, raw foods or fruits to prevent exacerbating the condition.

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What causes postpartum urinary incontinence?

Postpartum urinary incontinence in women often occurs after vaginal delivery. Clinically, postpartum urinary incontinence is relatively common and is mostly due to the stretching or injury of certain muscle groups in the pelvic floor as the baby passes through the birth canal during delivery. This can also occur due to surgical intervention affecting the nerves and blood vessels that support the pelvic floor, leading to relaxation or atrophy of the levator ani muscle. Postpartum urinary incontinence typically occurs about a week after delivery, and timely treatment is necessary. During the treatment period, bed rest is advised, which can alleviate some of the discomforts and possibly avoid the need for surgery.

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Will urinary incontinence heal itself after a vaginal delivery?

During natural childbirth, because it can damage pelvic floor function, causing issues such as bladder prolapse, uterine prolapse, and a series of other pelvic floor dysfunctions, some women may experience urinary incontinence after giving birth. If urinary incontinence occurs after natural childbirth, it suggests that the damage to the pelvic floor functions is quite severe, and these conditions generally cannot heal on their own. First, a pelvic floor function test should be conducted to assess the condition of the pelvic floor. If the damage to the pelvic floor is minor, it can be improved through machine-assisted treatment and performing Kegel exercises, which also help enhance pelvic floor functions. If the evaluation reveals severe prolapse, pelvic floor reconstructive surgery is required to suture the prolapsed bladder or uterus back into place, which can improve urinary incontinence. Therefore, urinary incontinence after natural childbirth generally does not heal on its own.

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Can postpartum urinary incontinence be recovered?

Most cases of urinary incontinence postpartum in women are treatable. To manage postpartum urinary incontinence, it is essential to develop good urination habits. Patients with postpartum urinary incontinence should urinate every two to three hours. This practice can help train the bladder control muscles and enhance the new mother’s awareness of urination. Each time you urinate, try to empty the bladder completely to train the pelvic floor muscles. Regularly performing exercises that strengthen the pelvic floor muscles can increase their contraction and control abilities, alleviating cases of urinary incontinence. Most conditions can improve; however, more severe cases may require further treatment.

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Why do lactating women experience urinary incontinence?

Under normal circumstances, postpartum women might experience mild urinary incontinence due to incomplete recovery of pelvic floor muscle function, which is within the normal physiological range. If urinary incontinence persists throughout the entire breastfeeding period, it is considered that there may be an abnormal illness. Due to the stimulating effect on the pelvic muscles during childbirth, it is easy for the pelvic floor muscles to become relaxed. If not properly repaired after childbirth, this can lead to urinary incontinence. Persistent urinary incontinence may affect normal life and work, requiring timely medical consultation and examination. If there are no other ways to improve, surgical repair treatment might be necessary.