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Medication for leaky bladder

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Leakybladder · 29/09/2022 12:55

I have a had a leaky bladder for a long time. Last week I had a UTI and finally asked the GP for help. I had some blood tests to check my kidneys, results were normal, and have been referred for a CT scan as kidney stones are suspected.
I asked the GP of there is any medication I can take for my incontinence but he said he’s reluctant due to the side effects and to wait for the results of the CT.

I didn’t push any further but wish I had as I would like to know what the side effects could be - would they be worse than the incontinence?

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damekindness · 29/09/2022 19:43

Might be thinking of something called an anticholinergic drug that helps the bladder retain urine. It does however come with some significant side effects particularly as you get older

I found pelvic floor exercises plus topical vaginal oestrogen (if you're menopausal) really helpful for leaky bladder

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