Category Archives: Bladder

Urine is normally a pale-yellow color. However, sometimes people see white particles in their urine that can be a sign of a health problem. Most people know that when they eat certain foods, such as beets, blueberries, or asparagus, their urine can harmlessly change color. There are also cases where white particles in urine appear. ...click here to read more

We all know that staying active is an important part of maintaining overall health, especially as you age. Exercise helps maintain muscle, strength, coordination, flexibility, support cardiovascular and respiratory health, and maintain a healthy weight. But did you know staying active can support your bladder too? Bladder problems are a common occurrence among women, but ...click here to read more

Urolithiasis (urinary tract stones) have been related to an increased risk of stroke in a new study from Kaohsiung Medical University. It has been shown in previous research that urinary tract stones are often connected with cardiovascular diseases, but there is only limited research on the connection between the stones and stroke. The researchers used ...click here to read more

Proteinuria (abnormal proteins in the urine) is a common side effect of stroke, but there is little known about the connection between proteinuria and patients who also suffer from hypertension (high blood pressure) following a stroke. Previous studies have hypothesized a 50–92 percent increased risk of stroke with the presence of proteinuria in hypertension patients. ...click here to read more

If you’re a female, you probably have experience a urinary tract infection (UTI) or maybe even more than one. Unfortunately, the way that the female urinary system is designed makes women more susceptible to develop a UTI than men. A UTI occurs when bacteria enter the urinary tract system. Normally, antibiotics are prescribed, which clears ...click here to read more

A common symptom related to urinary tract infections (UTIs) is pain. Even after the UTI is treated, some patients may still experience urinary pain and other problems known as interstitial cystitis or painful bladder syndrome. This condition may be caused by inflammation and the nerve-endings in the bladder become over-sensitive. Because there are several different ...click here to read more

Nocturia is the medical term for excessive urination during the nighttime hours. Recent studies have found the condition to be linked to sleep disorders, metabolic syndrome, and certain lifestyle habits, such as smoking. A study led by Richard J. Fantus of the University of Chicago Medicine examined the data of 3,017 male patients who completed ...click here to read more

Mixed incontinence is a combination of symptoms of the two other types of incontinence, which include stress incontinence and urge incontinence. This means, patients with mixed incontinence may experience leaks when coughing or sneezing along with a strong urge to urinate. Signs and symptoms of mixed incontinence As mentioned, mixed incontinence is a combination of ...click here to read more

Incontinence is one of those health issues we don’t often discuss but is relatively common in older adults. Urge incontinence (UUI) is the sudden onset of the need to urinate. It is sometimes referred to as an unstable or overactive bladder. A new study has found urge incontinence is more likely to occur after suffering ...click here to read more

Many of us only think about our bladder when we have to pee, so we head over to the closest bathroom, relieve ourselves, and carry on our day. But for some of us, we may be taking that trip to the bathroom more often, or what appears in the toilet is starting to look different ...click here to read more

Stress incontinence is the result of added pressure on the bladder contributing to urinary frequency and leaks. In many cases, patients are unable to control their urine, so they may experience the urge to urinate in all circumstances. Stress urinary incontinence goes beyond being just a bladder problem and has been linked to social isolation, ...click here to read more

Hematuria—blood in the urine—can be a frightful experience, especially if you don’t know what’s causing the condition. For the most part, hematuria is a benign condition, but there may be a risk of something more serious. Being able to identify the underlying cause of the blood in your urine can ease your anxiety and direct ...click here to read more

Dysuria – also known as painful urination – is a condition that can be an early sign of a urinary tract infection. Dysuria leads to feeling pain, discomfort, or burning while urinating. It’s important you get dysuria checked out as there are numerous different causes for it, so the sooner you see the doctor, the ...click here to read more

Functional incontinence is a type of incontinence where the person does not recognize or feel the urge to urinate.  People who have functional incontinence have a difficult time getting to the toilet. The problem could be that a person can’t get to the washroom quickly due to mobility restrictions or is slow to remove clothing. Some people ...click here to read more