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Overactive bladder (OAB) is a condition that causes sudden urges to urinate, even if there’s little or no urine in the bladder. It can be quite disruptive, but there are several ways to manage and treat it:

Lifestyle Changes
– Fluid Management: Track and possibly reduce fluid intake, especially before bedtime.
– Bladder Training: Gradually increase the time between bathroom visits to train your bladder to hold urine longer.
– Pelvic Floor Exercises: Strengthening the pelvic muscles can help control urination.

Medications
– Antimuscarinics: Drugs like oxybutynin and solifenacin help relax bladder muscles and reduce urgency.
– Beta-3 Agonists: Medications like mirabegron relax the bladder muscle, increasing its capacity.
– Onabotulinum Toxin A (Botox): Injected into the bladder muscle, it can reduce symptoms for several months.

Medical Procedures
– Nerve Stimulation: Electrical stimulation of the nerves controlling the bladder can help reduce symptoms.
– Catheterization: In severe cases, intermittent self-catheterization may be necessary to empty the bladder completely.

Surgical Options
– Bladder Augmentation: Increasing the size of the bladder to hold more urine.
– Sacral Nerve Modulation: A device is implanted to send electrical impulses to the nerves controlling the bladder.

It’s important to consult with a healthcare provider to determine the best treatment plan for your specific situation.

Have you been experiencing symptoms of OAB?