How does an overactive bladder affect someone day-to-day?
While overactive bladder is not a life-threatening condition, it can be an emotionally distressing condition, which can adversely affect your daily routine and quality of life. For example, you may experience: • Reduced social activity: You may not go out as much or stop doing things you enjoy. • Stress, frustration and anxiety: You often worry about having a wetting accident. • Sleep disturbances: You may find yourself getting up frequently during the night to make trips to the bathroom. • Skin rashes and urinary tract infections: These problems can occur due to frequent wetting accidents and over-washing with soap and water to prevent odour. • Increased risk of falls and fractures: The risk of injury and accidents can increase because of rushing to the bathroom, particularly at night.
