NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Postmenopausal women who take estrogen for years are more likely to experience incontinence than those on the hormone for a shorter time or not at all, a new study finds.

Losing bladder control can be an unsettling experience that affects daily life and confidence. While common, understanding the causes and implications helps in managing symptoms and seeking ...

Bladder control problems affect an estimated 43 million – or one in six – U.S. adults. Of those, nearly 16 million people have urge urinary incontinence, a common symptom of overactive bladder (OAB) ...

One in six adults have bladder control problems. It can disrupt sleep or cause accidents, lead to social isolation and depression and affects women more than men. Overactive bladder syndrome affects ...

Experts, along with our elders, warn us against holding urine in for too long. When nature calls, it is important to listen and visit the restroom immediately. This is not just random advice but an ...

Overactive bladder is a long-term condition that won’t go away on its own and may worsen if a person does not get treatment. The condition can be caused by issues in how the brain and bladder ...

Some age-related changes, such as grey hair and wrinkles, are obvious. But other shifts are also occurring inside your body with each passing year. Your bladder and urinary system change with age, ...

Bladder is a vital organ in the body that plays a crucial role in storing and eliminating urine. However, many people don't think about their bladder health until they start experiencing issues such ...

Bladder issues are common, and increasingly so as we get older. These conditions can run the gamut from urinary tract infections (UTIs) to bladder cancer or bladder prolapse. Along with lifestyle ...

Did you know that more than half of women over age 50 experience issues with bladder or bowel control? These problems can be slightly bothersome or totally debilitating.