Urinary incontinence or involuntary loss of urine is a common and potentially debilitating condition. Women are affected more often than men are; one in four women and one in nine men will suffer from it. Millions of people all over the world are suffering from this disorder.

Many believe the myth that urinary incontinence is a result of normal aging or childbirth and that it’s inevitable and irreversible. It’s not and it can often be treated very successfully.

What causes the loss of bladder control? Urinary incontinence is not a disease, it’s a symptom that indicates underlying problems. Urinary system is very complex and to work properly it requires very accurate and complex muscle-nerve coordination. If any muscles or nerves are not functioning properly, this could result in involuntary leakage.

Many causes of urinary incontinence are temporary, which means they are short-term and can be managed with simple therapy. Temporary causes include alcohol, bladder irritation, medications, urinary tract infection, and constipation. Other causes include weakened pelvic floor or bladder muscles, neurological diseases, bladder cancer or bladder stones, urinary tract abnormalities, etc.

There are several different types of urinary incontinence. Three most basic types include stress incontinence, urge incontinence, and overflow incontinence.

Stress incontinence is caused by malfunction of the urethral sphincter. Leakage of small amounts of urine happens with coughing, sneezing, exercising laughing, lifting…

Urge incontinence, often called an overactive bladder, is an urgent desire to urinate when you don’t expect it. It’s caused by bladder muscles that squeeze too hard so you can’t hold back the urine.

Involuntary release of urine due to an overfilled bladder is called overflow incontinence. It is more common in men because of the prostate related issues. The person feels no urge to urinate.

About 80% of people with urinary incontinence can be greatly improved or even cured with proper treatment. If you’re having bladder control issues, don’t let it continue, go to your doctor.

here’s new fashion accessory that’s become popular lately - colored contact. Readily available and not requiring a prescription, these contacts are being used by more and more individuals to change their appearance or match an outfit.

In the past, contact lenses were used to correct vision problems. Clear contacts were supplemented by colored contacts, also used to correct vision. Then, the potential of these contacts was discovered and manufacturers began to offer non-prescription lenses, often referred to as ‘cosmetic’ or ‘decorative’ lenses.

Non-prescription colored contacts can either be used to enhance ones natural eye color (to make them brighter or more dramatic), or to completely change the color of your eyes. The effect you want to go for, as well as the natural color of your eyes, will determine which type of non-prescription contacts you choose.

There are usually two types of non-prescription colored contacts - opaque and enhancement. Opaque contacts completely change the color of the eye, whereas enhancement ones simply enhance what’s already there and are more suitable for those with light-colored eyes.

Non-prescription colored contacts come in a range of colors and designs, from the usual eye colors to more outlandish or theatrical ones. Colored contacts are often used in the entertainment industry to give eyes an unusual quality (for example in horror movies), or to enhance eyes and make them more appealing on the screen.

Most major manufacturers offer colored lenses in both the prescription and non-prescription options. There are also several generic or off-brands available at a variety of outlets, but it is best to avoid these, since the quality and comfort of the lenses can be an unknown factor.

Brand name colored contact lenses undergo rigorous testing and have to adhere to strict standards to ensure their comfort and safety, whereas non-prescription colored contacts from unknown sources aren’t subject to such tests. They could be uncomfortable at best and, at worst, dangerous and potentially damaging to use.

You should bear in mind a few precautions when using contacts for the first time, as you should with any product. Many non-prescription colored contacts will cause mild irritation on first use, before the eyes have become accustomed to them, but this usually fades. They can sometimes cause blurring or slight obstruction of vision so are not recommended to be worn too much, but they don’t have any direct link to eye degradation so no lasting damage should be caused by their use.

As with other types of contacts, non-prescription colored ones need to be taken care of. You need to establish a routine, following the instructions given, of how to care for them, and ensure that they’re always cleaned and rinsed thoroughly before use. Make sure no dirt or dust gets into them as this can irritate the eye.

Non-prescription colored contact lenses are perfect for a night out, or if you just want a change from your usual eye color. As long as you follow the instructions for use, they can be a great addition to any wardrobe.