What is the main distinction between stress and urge urinary incontinence?
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Correct answer: Stress involves leakage on exertion; urge follows a sudden urge
Stress incontinence is leakage with increased intra-abdominal pressure (exertion); urge is involuntary leakage following a sudden strong urge to void.
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