An invasive and costly test commonly done in women before surgery for stress urinary incontinence may not be necessary, according to a study funded by the National Institutes of Health. The study ...

This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Urinary incontinence is the term for a loss of bladder control. In ...

Radiology tests like X-rays or ultrasounds are important parts of a neurogenic bladder diagnosis, but your doctor may order other tests as well. Neurogenic bladder is a condition that occurs when your ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am in my mid-30s and a mom of twins, and it seems that I recently developed what must be an overactive bladder. It hinders my daily activities and makes me feel embarrassed, as I ...

Medically reviewed by Matthew Wosnitzer, MDKey TakeawaysBladder spasms happen when the bladder muscle squeezes without ...

Spinal cord injuries have a profound effect on bladder as well as bowel function. There are several patterns of bladder dysfunction that develop. The problems that occur are very dependent on how the ...

Appropriate management relies on an accurate diagnosis. In some patients with NGB, the original cause of their symptoms may be misdiagnosed, resulting in failure of initial therapy. 9 Assessment ...

According to Anne Robertson, the bladder is not considered a particularly glamorous organ, despite hosting many of the same physiological elements and processes as the heart. Luckily for the fields of ...