While the finding is new, experts suspect plenty of men have been living with overactive bladder all along.
What Is Overactive Bladder?
It may occur in tandem with leakage or stress urinary incontinence.
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Many people may be too embarrassed to ask for help.
Causes are typically associated with faulty nerve endings between the bladder and brain or overactive bladder muscles.
In some cases, though, its important to differentiate between prostate issues and overactive bladder.
How Is Overactive Bladder in Men Treated?
The differences in anatomy between men and women lead to slightly different treatment options.
In men, prostate issues must be ruled out first.
Kim said treating BPH tends to alleviate symptoms of overactive bladder.
Women are always told to do their kegel exercises.
Why dont [men] do that?
Men should start doing kegels at a young age.
They should also avoid the myth [that increased fluid intake is beneficial].
Drink less if you pee too much.
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