Conditions that lead to bladder problems in women and its unique symptoms

Bladder control in women usually occurs because of problems with bladder or urethral muscles that help to hold or release urine. There are a number of factors, ranging from childbirth to neurological injury, which can contribute to incontinence. While problems in bladder control for womenoccurs more often in older women than younger women, the good news is that it is treatable and curable at all ages.   While the majority of people with...

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Analyzing bladder infection symptoms for treatment

Bladder infections happen when bacteria enter the urinary bladder through the urethra, also known as cystitis.Cystitis is more common in women than men because the female urethra is shorter than the male and is closer to the anus. Ten to 20 percent of all women have urinary-tract discomfort at least once a year. Recurrent bladder infections can be a significant problem for some women and can cause progressive damage, resulting in scarring...

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