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Over the decades, scientists have revealed many strategies that keep normal cells from becoming cancerous. Understanding natural anti-tumor processes could help researchers develop better approaches ...
If frequent bathroom trips disrupt your life, you are not alone. Women's health expert Kirtly Jones, MD, talks to urogynecologist Whitney Hendrickson, MD, about the complexities of overactive bladder ...
Bladder cancer treatments include surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy; the specific approach depends on the cancer’s stage and grade, as well as your overall health ...
People with spina bifida often have neurogenic bladder, a condition that occurs due to nerve damage. If you have neurogenic bladder, you can leak urine, retain urine, or both. Treatment is necessary ...
Do you often feel a sudden, intense urge to urinate that disrupts your daily life? If so, you may be experiencing one of the most common overactive bladder symptoms. Understanding the signs to look ...
As you drink water during the day, your body turns extra liquid it doesn’t need into pee. Your bladder stores the urine and eventually alerts you when it’s time to take a trip to the toilet. Just ...
A bladder infection is inflammation or irritation of the bladder, typically caused by bacteria. Your doctor may also refer to this as cystitis or a urinary tract infection (UTI) in your bladder. This ...
Kidneys produce urine by filtering wastes from the blood. The urine travels down to the bladder, where it is stored until you urinate. Studies show that healthy people can hold up to 16 ounces of ...
Bladder trouble at work can be more than just a minor inconvenience; it can affect confidence, productivity, and peace of mind. Whether it's sudden bladder leaks, ongoing pelvic discomfort at night, ...