Bladder Problems

In some people, the bladder does not work as it should, causing symptoms such as needing to go to the toilet all the time or passing a bit of urine during a sneeze or a cough. Bladder problems can affect anyone at any age but there are different causes and levels of severity. Not only are they embarrassing, but they can also severely impact your quality of life. The good news is that there are things you can do to manage the problem.

In this section, you can learn about the types, causes and symptoms of bladder problems and watch an animation of what is happening to your body. You can also find out about what to do if you've just been diagnosed, as well as what you can do in the longer term and how medicines can help.

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