Managing Overactive Bladder: Initial Treatments,  New Devices, and When to Refer

Understanding Overactive Bladder in Men An overactive bladder happens when the bladder muscles squeeze more often than necessary, leading to sudden urges to urinate, even if the bladder isn’t full. For men, this can show up as: • Needing to urinate frequently during the day and night • Strong, hard-to-control urges to “go” • Occasional leakage before reaching the restroom What Causes It? Several factors may contribute to an overactive bladder in men, including: • Enlarged prostate or other urina