If you're always anxious about leaking, you can start to feel worn down. Your social life may suffer. You may not even want to leave the house. If this is what your life has become, you can change that. Look for a support group such as Bladder Health UK info@bladderhealthuk.org or call our Advice Line 0121 702 0820.

There are also many educational websites run by corporates who are keen to help you to understand how to treat your condition.

 Or go back to the doctor and see if there's something different you can try. Remember, incontinence is almost always treatable.