over active bladder

Overactive bladder may be effectively treated with prescription medication. The drugs work by inhibiting bladder contractions and relaxing the detrusor muscle. Side effects may include dry mouth, eye problems, headache, abdominal pain or urine buildup. Ask your doctor which medication is the right treatment option for you. ... View slideshow >>

Behavioral therapies can help you sense when your bladder is filling and help you delay urination until you reach a toilet. Kegel exercises: Clench the muscles that you use to stop urine flow, hold tightly for five seconds, then rest for 10 seconds. Repeat for 10 to 20 sets, three times a day, to strengthen your pelvic muscles. Bladder training: By adhering to a timed urination schedule, with... View slideshow >>

Overactive bladder (OAB) refers to a bladder that contracts more often than it should. Instead of staying at rest as urine fills the bladder, the detrusor muscle contracts while the bladder is filling. As a result, an individual feels the need to urinate more frequently and/or urgently than necessary. He or she may be unable to hold urine long enough to make it to a toilet, and may experience a... View slideshow >>