Question 1

how long does an overactive bladder last once it starts?

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Hard to predict: For some people overactive bladder is short and episodic and for other people it lasts for years.  Medications such as oxybutynin, pelvic floor exercise, and pelvic floor rehabilitation. Sometimes dietary changes may be helpful.  Advanced therapies can include peripheral nerve stimulators and implantable nerve stimulators.

Question 2

hello. can tension headaches and mental stress that lasts for a few days possibly contribute to long term overactive bladder?

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Yes: Stress and headaches may worsen overactive bladder, otherwise they may have different sources.

Question 3

my 37 yr. old autistic daughter is saying she had purple blood during last period. not sexually active. normal? she has ibs and overactive bladder. pain around her belly button.

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She : She was probably referring to dark colored blood, which is common during a period. It is a good ideas for her to see her family doctor or gynecologist for her annual well woman exam if not done so already. All gynecological issues can be addressed at that visit.
Take care.

Question 4

can overactive bladder be cured?

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Yes: There are medicines for an overactive bladder check with your PCP

Question 5

how is overactive bladder treated?

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Medications: Certain medications with anticholinergic effect can relax bladder smooth muscles and help oab.

Question 6

does overactive bladder ever go away?

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Not likely: There are medications that can reduce the symptoms, such as Ditropan and detrol, (tolterodine) but they do not cure the condition.

Question 7

what could cause an overactive bladder?

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Busy Bladder: An "overactive" bladder is a term used to describe frequent urination which can be due to many causes.  Some can be related to neurological issues, metabolic issues, obstructive issues or infections.  If you have no physiologic or physical issues it could also be a "perceived" issue and more psychosomatic.  Most commonly it is infection in a woman and a simple urine test at your doctor can check.

Question 8

what can trigger an overactive bladder?

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See below : Overactive bladder occurs because the muscles of the bladder start to contract involuntarily even when the volume of urine in your bladder is low creating the urgent need to urinate. Many potential causes: neurological disorders, high urine output, meds (diuretics), UTI, enlarged prostate (BPH),  excess caffeine or alcohol, incomplete bladder emptying, constipation, and aging (idiopathic).

Question 9

what can be done for overactive bladder?

Accepted Answer

Diet, behavior, meds: First option should be behavior modification.  Cut out caffeine etc.  All medications have there own set of side effects and warnings.  There are no good head to head studies.  Some of it is trial and error with your doctor.  For more see http://peedoc.Com/female-urology or on twitter @thepeedoc.

Question 10

how can you deal w/ an overactive bladder?

Accepted Answer

Lots of ways!: First, try to figure out why you have an over active bladder. You can adjust your diet, use medications, learn to effectively do kegel exercises, use estrogen cream if you are menopausal, seek urology or urogynecology assistance.

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