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Bladder control problems: How to seek treatment
When to seek a specialist
Bladder diary: A detailed symptom record
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Why to seek help
When to seek help
When to see a specialist
Bladder diary
Medical history review
What to expect from treatment
Bladder diary: A detailed symptom record
Content
Why to seek help
When to seek help
When to see a specialist
Bladder diary
Medical history review
What to expect from treatment
Bladder diary
Before your visit, your health care provider may ask you to fill out a bladder diary. A bladder diary is a complete, day-to-day record of your urinary habits. You track information for several days in a row.
To record how much urine you pass each day, you can use any collection container that allows you to measure ounces or milliliters.
A bladder diary may help your provider find the cause of your bladder control problem. Knowing the cause can lead to effective treatment.