Causes of OAB symptoms
What causes overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms?
OAB occurs when the bladder muscle squeezes too often. In most cases, an exact cause for these muscle contractions is unknown.
What else may cause overactive bladder symptoms?
In some cases, symptoms like urgency and frequency are caused by other things that Toviaz does not treat:
- Medicines, like certain pills that treat swelling (fluid retention) or high blood pressure
- Constipation
- An infection or something more serious
That is why it's important to talk to your doctor about your symptoms. Only your doctor can diagnose OAB. For help discussing your symptoms with your doctor, you may want to print these conversation starters.
It can be difficult talking with your doctor about your overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms. These conversation starters and questions can help make your discussion a little easier. Print them out and bring them to your next appointment. Remember, these are just suggestions and may not apply to everyone. You may also come up with your own to share with your doctor.
If you plan to talk with your doctor about your symptoms, you could open the conversation with phrases like:
- I have to go all the time. Sometimes without warning — I see my friends less because of it.
- I miss being active. I don't go places if it will be hard to find a bathroom.
- I'm frustrated at work because I'm always rushing to the bathroom.
- I feel like I no longer have full control over my bladder—sometimes it leaks before I can get to the bathroom.
If your doctor says you have overactive bladder, you may want to ask:
- What do you think is causing my OAB symptoms?
- Are my OAB symptoms treatable?
- Could medication help my OAB symptoms?
- Will medication cure my problem?
- Is there any reason I shouldn't take an OAB medication?
- What can I expect from treatment?
- Might Toviaz work for me?
- How long will it take for Toviaz to work?
- How long will I have to take Toviaz?
- What are the side effects of Toviaz?
- What else can I do to manage my symptoms?
- Can you recommend lifestyle changes that might help my OAB symptoms?
- Should I make any dietary changes?
- Is there anything I can do to make my pelvic floor muscles stronger?
If you're looking for an OAB treatment, ask your doctor if Toviaz is right for you. It's a pill that comes with a plan.
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