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Nerve stimulation device improves OAB symptoms
By Urology Times on March 11, 2010
The Urgent PC System (Uroplasty, Inc., Minnetonka, MN) appears to significantly improve urinary symptoms associated with overactive bladder, according to results of a recent multicenter trial that compared the treatment with a sham procedure.
The minimally invasive, percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) device is designed for office-based treatment of urinary urgency, urinary frequency, and urge incontinence symptoms associated with overactive bladder.
Herbal remedies for Overactive bladder
By ADMIN on March 9, 2010
There are varieties of herbs which effectively work to control the bladder infection. These have integral components with traditional formulation which treat the people suffering from the urgency, incontinence and frequent urination. These herbs help in natural bladder control.The herbs are:
Self-report of difficult defecation is associated with overactive bladder symptoms - Abstract
By Department of Urology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan. on March 8, 2010
The association of dysfunctional bowel elimination with lower urinary tract symptoms is well known in children, but not in adults. It was our objective to assess lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in women who report difficult defecation (DD).
This is a secondary analysis of 2,812 women, aged 35-64, who participated in a telephone interview. All subjects were asked "When you move your bowels, does the stool come out easily?" DD was considered present in those answering no.All subjects were queried regarding LUTS, urinary infections in the past year, self-perceived health status, medical history, and demographics. Symptoms of stress incontinence (five items), urge incontinence (five items), and the impact of these symptoms on their quality of life were solicited from subjects reporting more than 12 episodes of incontinence in 1 year.
What Is Overactive Bladder Syndrome?
By ADMIN on March 6, 2010
OverviewIf you find yourself using the bathroom more often or feel the sudden and urgent need to go during the day and sometimes at night, you may have overactive bladder syndrome. It is not a deadly disease, but an inconvenient and embarrassing condition that can force you to travel and socialize less, wear protective clothing or pads, and avoid intimacy.
Ultrasound measurement of bladder wall thickness is associated with the overactive bladder syndrome - Abstract
By Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK. on March 1, 2010
To assess the relationship between mean bladder wall thickness and components of the overactive bladder (OAB syndrome).
Women attending urogynaecology clinic was categorized into overactive bladder syndrome, stress urinary incontinence (SUI), and mixed urinary continence (MUI) according to International Continence Society (ICS) definitions based on symptom history. Women completed a bladder diary, visual analog score (VAS) for urgency, and the mean bladder wall thickness (BWT) was determined. Comparison was made between the mean BWT and symptom history, daytime frequency, nocturia, VAS scores.
Knowing About Your Overactive Bladder
By ADMIN on February 19, 2010
When you have an over active bladder, you have an unmanageable compulsion to urinate. commonly, those who are suffering from this condition would usually have to urinate. The frequency is often more than eight times per day. Still, frequency is not the only symptom.
In addition, an individual with an overactive bladder may also encounter urge incontinence. Urge incontinence is when you feel a strong need to urinate then followed by some involuntary urine leaking, then complete voiding
Understanding Your Overactive Bladder
By ADMIN on February 17, 2010
If you are experiencing an over active bladder, you experience an out of control compulsion to urinate. frequently, those who are suffering from this condition would typically have to urinate. Going to the restroom more than eight times a day is considered frequent. Though, not just frequency is the the only problem with this condition.
In addition, an individual with an overactive bladder will also experience urge incontinence. Urge incontinence is when you feel a strong need to urinate then followed by some involuntary urine leaking, then complete voiding.
Nerve Disease and Bladder Control
By ADMIN on February 17, 2010
For the urinary system to do its job, muscles and nerves must work together to hold urine in the bladder and then release it at the right time. Nerves carry messages from the bladder to the brain to let it know when the bladder is full. They also carry messages from the brain to the bladder, telling muscles either to tighten or release. A nerve problem might affect your bladder control if the nerves that are supposed to carry messages between the brain and the bladder do not work properly.
Light At The End Of The Tunnel For Overactive Bladders
By Abby Gunderson on February 17, 2010
When you have an over active bladder, you have an unmanageable urge to urinate. typically, people who suffer from this condition would commonly visit the bathroom to urinate. Going to the restroom more than eight times a day is considered frequent.
Overactive Bladder Treatment
By ADMIN on February 17, 2010
Overactive bladder is a sudden contraction of the muscular walls of the bladder, who want an urgent need to have the urine. This is a situation where you ran into the toilet every few minutes. It 'also very common in the elderly, but it can happen to anyone. Should not develop in a natural state to be accepted. Overactive bladder may also known as incontinence.
This is a very painful condition, and those who can be isolated or withdrawn. However, if you see a doctor who can determine the cause of your incontinence and begin to treat overactive bladder as well. This can significantly reduce symptoms and help you to cope better with your life.
