Adult incontinence

Progesterone and adult incontinence are linked through the action of estrogen causing water retention.

The mechanism of incontinence is well understood. At the junction of the urethra and the bladder is an internal and external sphincter which controls the emptying of the bladder. If this sphincter is damaged or swollen with water it cannot operate efficiently and incontinence will result. Hormone imbalances induced by environmental toxins, especially the 'xeno-estrogens', are a contributory factor.

A few women approaching menopause suffer from incontinence. One of the reasons being that progesterone receptor sites have been found in the urethra, so an excess of estrogen causing water retention would swell the sphincters. (see also "water retention" in the Index of Symptoms and Diseases)

Avoiding all forms of estrogen is a necessary first step in overcoming this condition. In addition maintaining adequate levels of progesterone will help in reducing water retention.

To find out more about progesterone therapy in general and how it benefits health issues other than adult incontinence, please click here.