Neurogenic bladder is sparked by damage to the nerves that allow you to control the timing of urination.
Treatments for neurogenic bladder can include physical therapy, medication, or interventional procedures.
Treatments may include:
You may need ongoing therapy with a combination of treatments.
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As your condition changes over time, you might need changes to your treatment plan.
Sometimes, nocturia may result in wetting the bed.
Nerves control all of these muscles.
it’s possible for you to develop neurogenic bladder if the nerves that stimulate your bladder muscles become damaged.
Some nerves to the bladder allow you to hold your urine, and some allow you to pee.
Bladder spasms can cause sudden leaking, and bladder weakness can make it difficult to pee.
It is not safe to self-diagnose or self-treat neurogenic bladder.
Nevertheless, some alternative and complementary remedies may help improve your urinary control.
How to Manage Chronic Neurogenic Bladder
Living with neurogenic bladder can be challenging.
You may experience urgency, incontinence, infections, and fluctuating symptoms.
If your symptoms change over time, you may need adjustments in your treatment.
Causes for this condition include neuropathy, traumatic injury, multiple sclerosis, stroke, and more.
Effective treatment can help improve your symptoms, overall health, and quality of life.
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