This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Urinary incontinence is the term for a loss of bladder control. In ...

Leakage from the bladder may seem alarming, but it’s a common condition that many women deal with. However, the severity of urinary leakage is different for everyone. Childbirth, aging, injury, weight ...

Overactive bladder might seem like a barrier to exercise. But by choosing appropriate activities and taking precautions, you can stay active while living with this condition. Life with overactive ...

Medically reviewed by Andrea L. Braden, MD Key Takeaways Drink more water during the day to help flush out bacteria and dilute your urine. Use a heating pad to relieve UTI pain by relaxing muscles and ...

When it comes to taking care of your bladder, it's possible you may not know what steps to take. But just like other organs in your body, there are things you can do on a regular basis (and things you ...

Involuntary urination is a scary thing for most of us, and unfortunately, certain medical conditions, aging or even stress can prompt incontinence. However, there are steps you can take to minimize ...

Various nerves control bladder and bowel function, including the spinal cord, cauda equina, pudendal nerves, and the enteric nervous system, a nerve network in the walls of the digestive tract. These ...

Most people don’t think about their bladder very often. But as you get older, it’s something that requires a little bit more attention. Here’s what you need to know about how your bladder changes as ...

There’s nothing that spoils your fun faster than leaving home and having bladder spasms strike immediately after. Racing to the nearest bathroom while worrying about the risk of a potential bladder ...

Which bladder control supplements are best? Involuntary urination is a scary condition for most people, and specific medical issues, stress or aging can lead to incontinence. But there are steps you ...

Whether you’ve found yourself laughing or sneezing and needing just a bit of leak protection or you deal with serious incontinence issues, it’s a common condition to have some bladder leakage. Bladder ...