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Association of Chronic Conditions With Bladder Health in Women: Cross-Sectional Results From the RISE FOR HEALTH
Camille P Vaughan1,2,3, Gerald McGwin4, Jean F Wyman5
1Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology, Department of Medicine, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia.
Preventing Chronic Disease
|September 25, 2025
Summary
Women with multiple chronic conditions report poorer bladder health. Understanding these associations can inform prevention strategies for adult women
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Public Health
- Gerontology
Background:
- Multiple chronic conditions are linked to lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in women.
- Understanding the impact of chronic conditions on bladder health is crucial for adult women's well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between the number of chronic conditions and bladder health in adult women.
- To identify common coexisting chronic conditions affecting bladder health.
Main Methods:
- A regionally representative cohort of 2,016 US women aged 40+ were analyzed.
- Chronic conditions were self-reported; bladder health and LUTS were measured via validated questionnaires.
- Multivariable regression models adjusted for age, BMI, physical function, and education.
Main Results:
- Women with multiple chronic conditions (2+) reported worse bladder health compared to those with none or one.
- Hypertension and osteoarthritis were the most frequent coexisting conditions.
- Frequent LUTS did not significantly vary by the number of chronic conditions.
Conclusions:
- Promoting bladder health in women with chronic conditions may be possible before LUTS develop.
- Further research is needed to tailor prevention strategies based on specific chronic conditions.
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