"Medical Journeys" is a set of clinical resources reviewed by doctors, meant for physicians and other healthcare professionals as well as the patients they serve. Each episode of this journey through ...

If you're like most people, you probably don't give much thought to your bladder or bowel function unless something goes wrong. Unfortunately, though, these types of dysfunctions are common among ...

Doctors share healthful habits for managing urination and debunk misconceptions about trips to the bathroom ...

Certain healthcare conditions often go unspoken, leading to silent struggles that affect the lives of many. Overactive bladder (OAB) and fecal incontinence (FI) are two such conditions, impacting ...

Constant bathroom trips might not be your bladder's fault. Urologists suggest a full rectum can irritate the bladder, leading to frequent urges. Addressing this involves dietary changes with moist ...

Trapped gas, causing bloating and pain, can be managed by eating smaller meals and avoiding certain foods. Appendicitis causes severe pain that moves from your belly button to the lower right side of ...

Constipation may increase your risk of developing urinary tract infections (UTIs) by putting pressure on your bladder. This pressure may lead to urinary retention and bacterial growth. Share on ...

Jennifer King is affiliated with the International Urogynecological Association as secretary. As a urogynaecologist I care exclusively for women with pelvic floor problems. These are the women with ...

Struggling with bladder leaks? Learn causes, pelvic floor exercises, and practical ways to manage urinary incontinence.