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Talking to Your Clinician About Overactive Bladder

Overactive bladder (OAB), the frequent, sudden urge to urinate, sometimes with leakage, is quite common. Over 3 out 10 women in the U.S. live with OAB, but the older you are, the higher the chances are that you’ll get it. In many cases, OAB is treatable. But you can’t be treated if you don’t speak up.Typically, you might first talk to your primary care provider (PCP) about your symptoms. PCPs often manage OAB, but you could also be treated by a gynecologist, urologist, urogynecologist or geriatrician. Regardless of who’s caring for you, being prepared for your office visits will make your appo...