Overactive bladder (OAB) means having a sudden, strong urge to urinate that can be hard to control. Sometimes, this happens even if your bladder is not full and may cause leakage, called urgency incontinence. People with OAB often need to urinate often during the day and night. With the right care from Astera Urology, these symptoms can improve significantly.
OAB occurs when the bladder muscles contract on their own, leading to a sudden urge to urinate. This may be due to nerve damage from conditions such as diabetes or multiple sclerosis, weak pelvic floor muscles, hormonal changes, urinary tract infections, or certain medications. Age, obesity, and neurological problems can also raise your risk. Knowing the cause helps our specialists make a treatment plan that fits your needs.
An overactive bladder can disrupt your daily life and sleep, but it is treatable. At Astera Urology, we have helped many people find relief and get back to doing what they enjoy. The first step is to learn about your options and decide whether to seek help.
Lifestyle Changes That Help
Managing an overactive bladder often begins with lifestyle modifications that can make a meaningful difference:
Bladder training involves gradually increasing the time between bathroom visits to help retrain your bladder. Our team will guide you through this process.
Pelvic floor exercises, commonly known as Kegel exercises, strengthen the muscles that support your bladder and can reduce urgency and leakage.
Dietary changes can also help by limiting caffeine, alcohol, acidic foods, and artificial sweeteners that may irritate your bladder.
Weight management reduces pressure on your bladder, while staying properly hydrated throughout the day can improve symptoms.
Our specialists at Astera Urology will work with you to determine which lifestyle adjustments will best suit your unique needs.
If lifestyle changes are not sufficient, medical treatments can help. Anticholinergic medicines relax the bladder muscle and reduce sudden urges. Beta-3 agonists are another class of medications that help the bladder hold more urine. If pills do not work well enough, Botox injections into the bladder muscle can calm it for several months.
In more severe cases, surgical options may provide the lasting relief you've been seeking. Bladder augmentation increases bladder capacity, while urinary diversion creates an alternative path for urine to leave the body. These procedures are typically reserved for cases where other treatments haven't provided adequate improvement, and our experienced surgical team will thoroughly discuss all aspects of these options with you.
Managing OAB is most effective when you start early and find a treatment that works for you. At Astera Urology, we believe no one should have to live with uncomfortable bladder symptoms. We create treatment plans tailored to each person, as everyone is different. Your urologist will work with you to find the best options for your symptoms, lifestyle, and health goals.
If you're experiencing symptoms of an overactive bladder, our team at Astera Urology is ready to help you find the relief you deserve. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discover how we can support you on your journey to better bladder health.
published: Jan. 27, 2026, 6:47 p.m.