Talking to your doctor is the first step to diagnosing your overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms. But if your doctor is not aware of the severity of your bladder problems, or how much you do to manage them, he or she may not give them as much importance as other health conditions you may have. That's why it's up to you to tell your doctor about how bothersome your symptoms might be.
Other than your primary care physician, you could also talk to an
The tools and resources below can help your doctor learn more about what you're dealing with every day.
It will help you rate your symptoms so you can discuss them with your doctor. The OAB Symptom Quiz is not a diagnostic tool. Only your doctor can diagnose OAB. You'll also get the one-day bladder diary and doctor conversation tips on the quiz results printout.
Keeping a written record of your daily bladder habits can help your doctor better understand your symptoms. After completing this one-day diary, remember to bring it with you the next time you see a doctor or nurse.
Talking with your doctor about your OAB symptoms isn't easy. But he or she is the only one who can make a diagnosis. You can download conversation tips to see some ways to get the ball rolling. If your doctor says that you have OAB, you can ask if Toviaz® (fesoterodine fumarate) may be right for you.
The American Medical Association (AMA) offers a search tool on its Web site. You can search for doctors by name or medical specialty, along with city, state, and zip code.
Eligible patients can get their first prescription free.* All you have to do is sign up for your offer coupon. You'll also receive free helpful information on OAB and Toviaz.
These Web sites can provide more information about OAB. The sites are not owned, controlled, or endorsed by Pfizer. Pfizer is not responsible for the content or services on these sites.
*The free trial coupon is not valid for residents of Massachusetts. Only 1 coupon per person may be redeemed under this program. See Terms & Conditions on the special savings offers page for more information.
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If you plan to talk with your doctor about your symptoms, you could open the conversation with phrases like:
If your doctor says you have overactive bladder, you may want to ask:
The OAB Symptom Quiz
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