Question 1

nero found lesions on my mri. said i probably have ms. tomorrow i'm having a cystoscopy for blood in urine. are ms and bladder problems linked.

Accepted Answer

Yes. But...: Ms causes poor bladder function and retention of urine. This is due to the effect on the nerve supply of the bladder. However, for blood in the urine you need to rule out causes like stones, ulcers, and cancers. This is done by cystoscopy.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: bladder problems?

Accepted Answer

Here are some...: In a broad sense, bladder problems may be defined as any undesirable changes affecting its ability to comfortably store the urine and to adequately empty timely.

Question 3

could anxiety cause bladder problems?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: Increased urinary frequency and incontinence can sometimes occur people who are very anxious  (especially if there anxiety focuses on urination). However, it is important to have medical causes ruled in or rule out before considering anxiety as the cause.

Question 4

how does  oxybutynin help bladder problems?

Accepted Answer

See below: Oxybutynin works by decreasing activity in the nerves that supply the bladder. If the bladder is overactive which can occur for a variety of reasons, the medication can allow more normal filling of the bladder and a decrease in muscle overactivity that causes frequent urination.

Question 5

how do i know if i have gall bladder problems?

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Gallbladder Problems: Best thing to do would be to see a doctor. After a thorough history and physical exam, if there is concern for gallbladder problems then an ultrasound may be done to confirm this.

Question 6

what are some signs of having gall bladder problems?

Accepted Answer

Biliary colic: Pain from the gallbladder or biliary colic typically presents as epigastric and right upper abdominal pain that radiates around to the back and shoulder region position with nausea and vomiting. Sometimes jaundice, and dark tea-colored urine can also be present. Symptomatic stones typically presents with 30 minutes of eating and resolves within an hour while cholecystitis or inflammation of the gallbladder lasts longer.

Question 7

docs, could a colinoscopy be used to check for bladder problems?

Accepted Answer

No: Colonoscopy only evaluates the colon.  Cystoscopy would be the analagous bladder procedure.

Question 8

why do women experience bladder problems and incontinence more than men?

Accepted Answer

2X more in women: In general, women experience urinary incontinence about twice as often as men. In women, urinary in continence is often caused by damage to the pelvic nerves and musches associated with childbirth. In men it is often related to prostate disease and its treatments. Incidence increases with age in both sexes.

Question 9

i'm worried i might develop bladder problems as i get older. how can i prevent this?

Accepted Answer

Not to worry !: You Donot develop bladder problems if you are remain healthy and age gracefully.Bladder problems develop due to menopause causing infection, Diabetese also weakens the bladder( diabetic neuropathy), Back problems causing bladder issues and different types of neuropathies.
So there is nothing at this point you can do for the bladder. Just stay healthy.

Question 10

what're the common bladder problems?

Accepted Answer

Emptying & Storage: Bladder problems can be divided generally into two groups, problems with storing urine, and problems with emptying. Common storage problems include incontinence and overactive bladder. Emptying problems include obstructed urine flow, common in older men with enlarged prostates. Urinary tract infections are a very common ailment, and cause problems with emptying and storage.

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