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Overactive Bladder and Its Impact on Everyday Life: A Qualitative Study.
Jette Sigvard Fjord1, Thordis Thomsen2,3, Susanne Vahr Lauridsen4,5,3
1Department of Urology, Copenhagen University Hospital Herlev-Gentofte, Copenhagen, DNK.
Cureus
|August 25, 2025
Summary
Overactive bladder (OAB) significantly impacts daily life, leading individuals to organize activities around symptoms and experience shame. Relatives' lack of understanding further exacerbates these challenges.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Overactive bladder (OAB) is a condition affecting many individuals.
- Understanding the lived experiences of OAB patients is crucial for effective care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the daily challenges and limitations faced by individuals with overactive bladder (OAB).
Main Methods:
- Qualitative, exploratory study utilizing individual, semi-structured interviews.
- Thematic analysis was applied to transcribed interview data from 13 participants (8 women, 5 men).
Main Results:
- Three key themes emerged: organizing life around OAB, self-taboo and shame, and relatives' understanding.
- OAB significantly impacted physical and mental well-being, limiting daily activities and sleep quality.
- Shame and lack of understanding from relatives were significant burdens, sometimes hindering professional help-seeking.
Conclusions:
- OAB is an invalidating condition that profoundly affects multiple life aspects.
- Individuals adapt daily routines to manage OAB symptoms, often accompanied by shame.
- Increased professional and familial understanding, alongside self-management interventions, is needed to alleviate OAB-related challenges.
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