Children's Continence
Giggle Incontinence
Giggle incontinence is a rare condition where a child completely empties their bladder when laughing.
- No referral required
- Child-friendly approach
- Evidence-based care
- Albany, WA
About this condition
What is giggle incontinence?
Unlike stress incontinence, the bladder often empties almost completely during laughter, while working normally the rest of the time. The exact cause isn't fully understood, but many children improve with appropriate assessment and management. It usually affects school-aged girls, but can affect boys too.
Signs & symptoms
Symptoms
- Complete bladder emptying while laughing
- Normal bladder function otherwise
- No leakage with coughing or running
- Most common in school-aged girls
Assessment
How we assess
- Bladder diary
- Bladder habits
- Constipation
- Uroflowmetry
- Bladder ultrasound
- Pelvic floor coordination
How we help
How we help
- Timed voiding
- Bladder retraining
- Pelvic floor muscle education
- Fluid optimisation
- Constipation management
- Collaboration with your GP or paediatrician where needed
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Giggle incontinence can be embarrassing for children, but it often improves with the right support — we're here to help.