incontinence

Example Sentences

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In 2024, Japan produced 9.6 billion adult diapers and incontinence pads, compared to eight billion for babies, according to the Japan Hygiene Products Industry Association.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

She said coping with incontinence pads, nappies and dilators designed to stretch vaginal tissue was all "devastating".

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

The coroner said Ms Weeks, who was originally from Axminster, Devon, suffered from a bladder condition which caused considerable pain and incontinence.

From BBC • Sep. 3, 2025

NPH occurs when excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the brain’s ventricles, with patients experiencing cognitive decline, difficulty walking and urinary incontinence, according to the Alzheimer’s Assn.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 21, 2025

Long Beach Savings, wholly owned by Washington Mutual, was a prime example of financial incontinence.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis