Urinary incontinence is a loss of bladder control. Most bladder control problems happen when muscles are too weak or too active. It is a common, and often embarrassing problem that can happen to anyone. It becomes more common with age. Urinary incontinence is not a disease; it is a symptom. It can be caused by everyday habits, underlying medical conditions or physical problems. The severity of urinary incontinence ranges from occasionally leaking urine when you cough or sneeze ...