Sling Operation for Stress Incontinence Treatment in India

Ishaan Malhotra, a 48-year-old software engineer...

Ishaan Malhotra, a 48-year-old software engineer and father of two, had been struggling with stress incontinence for over five years following the birth of his second child. An avid runner and cricket enthusiast, he found his life increasingly restricted. Simple actions like laughing with his children, coughing, or even a brisk walk to catch the train would result in embarrassing leaks. He stopped going to the gym and avoided social gatherings, feeling isolated and frustrated. His GP referred him to a urogynaecologist, who, after confirming a weakened pelvic floor and urethral hypermobility, recommended a mid-urethral sling operation as a durable solution. Ishaan was nervous about surgery but desperate for change. The procedure under spinal anaesthesia was straightforward, and he was discharged the same day. The first week of recovery involved significant discomfort and strict rest, but by the six-week mark, he was walking without pain. At his three-month follow-up, he was completely dry. He has since returned to running and playing cricket with his sons. Emotionally, he moved from a place of shame and resignation to one of immense relief and regained confidence, feeling like he had reclaimed a fundamental part of his active life and identity.