Treating urinary incontinence in older women.

Urinary incontinence is a common hidden problem which affects up to 30% of older people (Nazarko, 2008). It is often ignored or not treated effectively and often women suffering with urinary incontinence do not present to primary care practitioners, as they perceive it as an inevitable consequence of ageing. This article aims to discuss the types of urinary incontinence and treatments available to older women presenting with urinary incontinence in primary care.