Category Archives: Bladder

Urinary retention is the inability to fully empty your bladder. This condition can either be acute (temporary), or chronic – in which case it is something you must deal with for life. Albeit short-lived, acute urinary retention may be indicative of a life-threatening condition, so it does require immediate medical attention. Patients with chronic urinary ...click here to read more

Frequent night awakenings and urination may be caused by obstructive sleep apnea, rather than enlarged prostate. The study compared men aged 55 and 75 years old with an enlarged prostate diagnosis who reported nighttime urination (nocturia) at least once a night. The control group did not have prostate enlargement or nocturia. The study found that ...click here to read more

Urethritis is inflammation of the urethra, the tube that carries urine out of the bladder to be expelled from the body. It is commonly triggered by infection, but there are other causes as well. The condition may also go by the name non-gonococcal urethritis, when it is not caused by gonorrhea, a sexually transmitted disease. ...click here to read more

Botox injections treat overactive bladder almost as effectively as oral medications for incontinence. Urinary incontinence is a common problem that is characterized by the loss of bladder control, when the bladder muscles become either too weak (stress incontinence) or too active (overactive bladder). Prostate problems and nerve damage can both increase the risk of urinary ...click here to read more

If you have the need to urinate more than you normally would, this is referred to as frequent urination, or polyuria. While in some situations it can be a temporary issue, in other cases it could be a symptom of an underlying medical condition that requires careful attention. Doctors consider urinating every two hours or ...click here to read more

Blood in urine (hematuria) is associated with an increased risk of kidney disease. The study uncovered that adolescents and young adults who persistently had microscopic traces of blood in their urine were more likely to suffer from end-stage renal disease (kidney disease) over the course of 20 years, compared to those who did not have ...click here to read more

Going to the bathroom when nature calls can be a nuisance when we’re busy or nowhere near the facilities, but it’s important. You have likely heard the same advice from a doctor, friends, and family, but do you really know what it’s all about? The harm of holding in your pee isn’t usually discussed, but ...click here to read more

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection that occurs anywhere along the urinary system, including the bladder, kidneys, or ureters. Women are more likely to develop UTIs, which can also be a recurring problem for many. UTIs can be painful, irritating, and lead to health complications, so spotting their early signs can help you ...click here to read more

Bladder stones, not to be confused with kidney stones, are formed when minerals inside the bladder lump together and harden. This happens when the bladder doesn’t fully empty itself. For many, bladder stones may be symptom-less. If small enough, they can easily be passed with urination. But in some cases, you may experience symptoms like ...click here to read more

Bladder problems are on the rise, and incontinence is one of them. You see more and more commercials addressing the issue of leaking, which is no longer a taboo to discuss. With aging, your bladder becomes weaker, and if you’re a woman who had children, bladder leaks are a serious concern for you. For these ...click here to read more

Overflow incontinence is more than just a leaky bladder. In fact, it can even contribute to nighttime bed-wetting. Urinary incontinence is the inability to control urination. In the case of overflow incontinence specifically, you are unable to fully empty your bladder, leading to overflow and unexpected leaks as a result. But embarrassment and discomfort aren’t ...click here to read more

Should cystitis drugs for women be available without a prescription? The study published in The BMJ says, yes. The researchers suggest, making cystitis treatment prescription-free could save three million scarce doctor appointments a year. Cystitis is an acute uncomplicated urinary tract infection affecting nearly half of women at least once throughout their lifetime. Treatment for ...click here to read more

Nocturia (excessive nighttime urination) risk is lower in physically active men. Males may experience nocturia due to an enlarged prostate, overproduction of urine, low bladder capacity, and sleep disturbances. The researchers analyzed data from 28,404 men with pre-existing benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and 4,710 men with newly developed BPH (incident group). In the incident group, ...click here to read more

Estrogen may help prevent recurrent urinary tract infections in post-menopausal women. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are particularly common in women, with 25 percent experiencing recurrent UTIs. Menopausal women are at a higher risk of UTIs, which has been shown to be linked to lower estrogen levels. When bacteria enter the bladder, antimicrobial peptides inside the ...click here to read more