Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide, leading to symptoms such as frequent and urgent urination, nocturia (waking up at night to urinate), and sometimes even urinary incontinence.  While OAB can significantly impact a person’s quality of life, many individuals can manage symptoms effectively with a combination of lifestyle changes, medications, and behavioral therapies. However, for those whose symptoms remain resistant to first- and second-line treatments, third-line therapies may offer additional options for relief.

WHAT IS OVERACTIVE BLADDER (OAB)?

Overactive Bladder is defined by the presence of urinary urgency, often accompanied by urinary frequency (urinating more than eight times a day) and nocturia, with or without incontinence. While OAB is often considered a benign condition, it can have a profound impact on an individual’s daily life, causing embarrassment, social isolation, depression and anxiety.
Treatments for OAB depend on the type and the severity.  Typically, first line treatments such as lifestyle modifications are used to treat OAB. These treatments can include fluid management and dietary changes, along with pelvic floor therapies such as kegels and bladder retraining…
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