Many of us take our ability to rid our bodies of urine at will for granted and don’t realize how lucky we are to have a healthy bladder until an issue arises. However, bladder complications are quite common, especially among women who are often prone to urinary tract infections. While a UTI is temporary, other […]
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Educational Materials for Men
The bladder and the urinary system When the bladder and its supporting systems and functions work together as they should, you would feel the urge to go to the toilet when the bladder is about half-full. Passing the urine would then be a controlled and voluntary activity. The bladder is part of the urinary tract. […]
Bladder Problems Associated with Spinal Cord Injuries
The impact of a spinal cord injury on the bladder can result in involuntary messages to contract the bladder being received by the bladder causing leakage, or wetting. When no messages are being sent, then the bladder won’t emptying, and instead will retain urine. The urine must be emptied to maintain health and prevent damage […]
