The urinary bladder, a key component of the body's excretory system, is responsible for storing and expelling urine. It is susceptible to several disorders that can affect men and women across different age groups. Urinary incontinence , the involuntary leakage of urine, can significantly affect quality of life. Types include stress incontinence (leakage during physical activity), urge incontinence (sudden, intense urge to urinate followed by involuntary loss of urine), and overflow incontinence (constant dribbling due to incomplete bladder emptying). Causes range from aging and prostate issues to neurological disorders and certain medications. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) occur when bacteria enter and multiply in the urinary tract, causing inflammation and infection. While UTIs can affect any part of the urinary system, bladder infections (cystitis) are most common. Symptoms include a frequent urge to urinate, pain or burning during urination, lower abdominal discomfort, and cl
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