Overactive Bladder: What can I do to increase the size of my bladder?

what can i do to increase the length of time i can hold it in?

No way to do that. It's an area in your bladder called the "trigone". It doesn't stretch as the rest of your bladder will so the pressure of urine there gives you the "urge". No way to change that. If your bladder is really over-active, not just from drinking a lot of water or sodas, you should consult a doctor.

I can tell you what not to do: Do not hold it in! This can cause bladder infection!!!

I don't think there is a way to increase the size of your bladder. If you are obese, losing weight will give your bladder more room.

Blow it up.

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