For some women, a laugh among friends, or a round of golf can lead to an unpleasant moment. Dr. Emanuel Trabuco says it's called stress urinary incontinence, loss of urine with physical activity, such as coughing, laughing, sneezing, and exercise.

Having prior deliveries, particularly vaginal deliveries, puts women at higher risk.

Middle age women, those who smoke, and are overweight are also at risk. Luckily, treatment works.

Working with a physical therapist is greatly beneficial if they have weak pelvic floor.

When therapy or over-the-counter options don't help, surgery may be an answer.

There's both mesh-containing surgeries and non-mesh-containing surgeries.

Another less invasive option is the mid-urethral sling.

80% to 85% of the women are they're significantly dry or completely dry.

Most important, says Dr. Trabuco, is talking with your health care provider.

There's both non-surgical and surgical options to help you with this problem that really impacts quality of life.

For the Mayo Clinic News Network, I'm Vivienne Williams.