If you're like most people, you probably don't give much thought to your bladder or bowel function unless something goes wrong. Unfortunately, though, these types of dysfunctions are common among ...

"Medical Journeys" is a set of clinical resources reviewed by doctors, meant for physicians and other healthcare professionals as well as the patients they serve. Each episode of this journey through ...

Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) occurs when the muscles and nerves in the pelvis don’t work as they should. The pelvis is the ...

Certain healthcare conditions often go unspoken, leading to silent struggles that affect the lives of many. Overactive bladder (OAB) and fecal incontinence (FI) are two such conditions, impacting ...

It’s easy to forget about your pelvic floor — until it starts making life miserable. Like a hammock at the base of your pelvis, these unsung muscles keep your core stable and hold vital organs like ...

This article was reviewed by Martin Miner, MD. Your pelvic floor is kinda like plumbing: you never really think about it unless there’s something wrong. Although we don’t pay much attention to our ...

Constipation may cause frequent urination due to the anatomical proximity of the colon and the bladder. Hard stools in the colon can put pressure on the bladder, reducing its capacity, and making it ...

The first successful human bladder transplant could offer hope for people with bladder problems. On May 4, 2025, Oscar Larrainzar, 41, became the first human to successfully receive a bladder ...