This Condition Raises Your Risk of Overactive Bladder
A recent study suggests that prediabetes may increase the risk of overactive bladder among women. Prediabetes is defined as having blood sugar levels higher than normal,...
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How to Properly Diagnose Nighttime Urination
Nocturnal polyuria (nighttime urination) is a real problem for many of us. Throughout the night, you may be prompted to get out of bed to urinate....
Pyelonephritis (Kidney Infection): Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Home Remedies
Pyelonephritis (kidney infection) is a result of a urinary tract infection (UTI) that moves to the upper urinary system, which includes the kidneys. The kidneys’ function is to...
Are You Getting Screened for This Common Condition?
Incontinence is a common problem that affects women more than men. It results in urinary leaks and can negatively impact a person’s physical function, emotional health,...
Do This One Thing to Prevent Bladder Leaks
Kegel exercises are commonly recommended to women to reduce bladder leaks. Kegel exercises work by strengthening the pelvic floor muscles. Strong pelvic floor muscles help prevent...
Drinking More Water Decreases UTIs in Women, New Study Confirms
One sufferance of being a woman comes in the form of urinary tract infections (UTI). Most of us will have at least one in our lifetime,...
Why It’s so Important to Maintain a Healthy Weight
Being overweight is generally not considered good for your health. Carrying around extra pounds has been linked with metabolic syndromes and even joint pain. And the...
The Health Test You May Not Need
Men will undergo prostate screenings to measure levels of prostate-specific antigens (PSA) to determine if there is a risk of prostate cancer. PSA screening does come...
Why It’s so Important to Control Your Blood Sugar Levels
Having diabetes can increase your risk of a variety of health problems, especially if it is not well managed. The latest research findings now suggest that...
Men, You Can Still Suffer from This Common Female Problem
Incontinence is widely believed to be a female problem. Although there are higher incidences of incontinence among women, men are not immune to leaks. Physical therapist...