Overactive Bladder

Overview

Overactive bladder is a condition involving urinary urgency, usually with frequency and nighttime urination, and sometimes urge incontinence. It results from involuntary bladder muscle contractions and can significantly affect quality of life.

Symptoms

• Urinary urgency
• Urinary frequency
• Increased nighttime urination
• Urge incontinence
• Difficulty delaying urination

Treatment

Bladder training and pelvic floor muscle exercises combined with anticholinergic and other medications to reduce bladder irritation.

Dietary advice

Reduce caffeine and alcohol, limit fluids before bedtime, and eat a light diet.