Incontinence is the involuntary loss of urine or bowel movements. There are two main types - urinary incontinence, which is the accidental leakage of urine, and fecal incontinence, which is the inability to control bowel movements. Urinary incontinence affects more women than men and has various causes including an overactive bladder, stress incontinence from poor bladder closure, or overflow incontinence from blockages. Incontinence can be treated or cured depending on the underlying cause. India has a large population affected by incontinence, with over 25 million cases.