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Isn't it normal to have these bladder symptoms as you age?

What causes bladder symptoms?

Can bladder symptoms be associated with other medical conditions?

How common are these bladder symptoms?

Why don't more people seek help for these bladder symptoms?

What can be done for these bladder symptoms?

Q:	Isn't it normal to have these bladder symptoms as you age?
A:	These bladder symptoms are not normal at any age. It's true that they occur more frequently as people get older — but that doesn't mean it's an acceptable or normal part of getting older, or that a person has to put up with the hassle of living with them on his/her own.
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Q:	What causes bladder symptoms?
A:	Bladder symptoms can be caused by many things. Frequency, urgency, and leakage can be caused by uncontrolled contractions of bladder muscles (overactive bladder). Leakage when coughing, laughing, or sneezing can be caused by a weakness in the pelvic muscles (stress incontinence). Other symptoms may be caused by an infection, certain types of medication, prostate problems in men, and some types of surgery. Only your doctor can give you a diagnosis.
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Q:	Can bladder symptoms be associated with other medical conditions?
A:	Yes. People with overactive bladder symptoms may experience stress and anxiety, sleep disturbances, falls and fractures, skin rashes, and urinary tract infections.
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Q:	How common are these bladder symptoms?
A:	These bladder symptoms are common (1 in 6 adults). More than 17 million Americans have these bladder symptoms. They happen similarly to men and women, and can start even younger than 30.
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Q:	Why don't more people seek help for these bladder symptoms?
A:	The most common reason that people give for not seeking help is the belief that no effective treatment is available.
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Q:	What can be done for these bladder symptoms?
A:	Behavioral techniques are often recommended. Anticholinergic medication is also often prescribed. In fact, a study has shown that behavioral techniques along with prescription medicine increase the chance of treatment success.
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Important Safety Information
VESIcare is for urgency, frequency, and leakage (overactive bladder). VESIcare is not for everyone. If you have certain types of stomach, urinary, or glaucoma problems, do not take VESIcare. While taking VESIcare, if you experience a serious allergic reaction, severe abdominal pain, or become constipated for three or more days, tell your doctor right away. In studies, common side effects were dry mouth, constipation, blurred vision, and indigestion.

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