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Definition of Incontinence of urine

Incontinence of urine: Inability to hold urine in the bladder. This is due to failure of voluntary control over the urinary sphincters resulting in involuntary passage of urine (wetting). See enuresis. See also bedwetting.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
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Last Editorial Review: 10/9/2012

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