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Reflex incontinence

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By Jeannette Curtis; Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MS

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Reflex incontinence is an inability to control the release of urine. Reflex incontinence occurs when a person's bladder contracts without the person being able to stop it, causing leakage of urine.

Author:Jeannette Curtis
Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MS
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Last Updated: 05/25/2007

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