Neurogenic bladder is a condition where nerve problems prevent the bladder from working properly, leading to issues with holding or emptying urine.
Causes:- Spinal cord injuries: Damage to the spinal cord can disrupt the signals between the brain and bladder, affecting bladder function.
- Neurological disorders: Conditions like multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s disease, or stroke can interfere with the nerves that regulate bladder activity.
- Diabetes: Long-term, uncontrolled diabetes can damage the nerves that control the bladder, leading to neurogenic bladder.
- Birth defects: Conditions like spina bifida can prevent the normal development of the nerves that control bladder function.
- People with spinal cord injuries: Individuals who have experienced damage to the spine are at high risk.
- Those with neurological diseases: Conditions such as multiple sclerosis or Parkinson’s disease can increase the likelihood of developing neurogenic bladder.
- People with diabetes: Nerve damage due to diabetes (diabetic neuropathy) can affect bladder control.
- Individuals born with conditions like spina bifida: Birth defects that affect the spine and nervous system can lead to bladder issues early in life.