Overactive bladder (OAB) is a common condition among men and women as they age. It affects up to 1 in 5 Canadians who are 60 years of age or older.

OAB impacts the way your bladder behaves. An overactive bladder doesn’t store urine as well as it should resulting in frequent urination during the day, increased urination at night (nocturia), an uncontrollable urge to void (urgency) and sometimes leakage (urge incontinence).

These symptoms can impact your quality of life but fortunately, there are ways to treat this condition through lifestyle modifications and medication.