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 In a direct response to calls from women to raise awareness of Light Adult Incontinence (LAI) Always Envive and Wellbeing of Women have launched a campaign to encourage women to take simple steps day-to-day to manage the problem. Here, Suzy Elneil, a Consultant Uro-gynaecologist and Gynaecologist at University College Hospital, answers your questions about light adult incontinence. GP and medical broadcaster Dr Sarah Jarvis also advises on how to make an appointment with your GP work for you, and there are tips revealing the secret to strengthening your pelvic floor muscles. |
 | Why are people so embarrassed to talk about incontinence? |
| What is light adult incontinence and why does it occur? |
| What are the symptoms of 'stress incontinence'? |
| What other types of light adult incontinence are there? |
| How do doctors diagnose different types of light adult incontinence? |
| What should the first step be if women suspect they have LAI? |
| What can a visit to the GP offer an LAI sufferer? |
| Is light adult incontinence treatable? |
| Is it just older women who are affected by LAI? |
| Are there any ways to prevent LAI? |
| Why are pelvic floor muscle exercises so important? |
| If I haven't had children do I really need to exercise my pelvic floor muscles? |
| How do I start to exercise the muscles? |
| Is there a programme I should do? |
| What if I can't feel my muscles working or they feel so weak when I try to exercise them? |
| How should I discuss such an intimate health problem with my GP? |