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Overactive bladder affects women’s sex life

By By April Clarkson

A study shows that women who have an overactive bladder are less likely to enjoy sexual activity. In overactive bladder, the muscle surrounding the bladder contracts too much and causes frequent urination and even incontinence. Urinating more than eight times in 24 hours is a symptom of overactive bladder. Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh looked at 78 women with overactive bladder to see…

Astellas introduces Myrbetriq™, a new class of treatment for Canadian patients with overactive bladder

By CNW

Myrbetriq is now available in pharmacies across Canada MARKHAM, ON, April 10, 2013 /CNW/ - Overactive bladder (OAB) is a chronic, debilitating condition that can have a profound, negative impact on a patient's quality of life. 1 Many patients with OAB are plagued by depression,2experience a disruption in sleep,3 limit their social activity,4 and experience a loss…

Astellas présente le Myrbetriq(MC), un nouveau type de traitement pour les patients canadiens atteints d'hyperactivité vésicale

By CNW

Le MyrbetriqMC est maintenant offert dans les pharmacies partout au Canada. MARKHAM, ON, le 10 avril 2013 /CNW/ - L'hyperactivité vésicale (HV) est un trouble chronique et débilitant qui peut avoir des répercussions négatives considérables sur la qualité de vie d'une personne1. De nombreux patients aux prises avec l'HV souffrent également…

Loyola Researchers to Determine if Certain Bacteria Cause Overactive Bladder Symptoms

By Nora Dudley

Thousands of women suffer from overactive bladder (OAB) or the sudden need to urinate, yet many don’t get relief from medication. Researchers at Loyola University Health System believe certain bacteria may be to blame.Loyola has launched a clinical trial to determine if the bacteria present in the urine of women who respond to treatment for overactive bladder are different than those who do not respond…