Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a troublesome medical condition that affects more than 17 million men and women of all ages, although its incidence increases significantly with age. It can also be referred to as urge incontinence. It may also be accompanied by increased frequency in the urge to urinate. In the past, many experts believed that such voiding dysfunction symptoms as urgency and frequency were harmless and did not cause significant problems for individuals.
We know know that overactive bladder has a significant impact on quality of life. Overactive bladder can also be a symptom of underlying illness. For example, overactive bladder can be a sign of prostate disorders such as prostate cancer or Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). If left untreated, overactive bladder can lead to more serious urinary tract health issues.
In addition, overactive bladder can be triggered by certain other medical disorders, for example, stroke, or be the result of treatments and medications for other medical conditions unrelated to the prostate or urinary tract.
In this section, we bring you the latest news on overactive bladder, and its possible causes and treatments.
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