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How many of you have trouble getting your bladder to empty completely? I have this problem and have to still on the pot for quite awhile.

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Topeka, KS
June 29
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Members shared their experiences with incomplete bladder emptying, a common and frustrating challenge for many in the community. Several... Read more

Members shared their experiences with incomplete bladder emptying, a common and frustrating challenge for many in the community. Several members recommended a tip shared by an ER nurse: sitting on the toilet and pretending to blow air through a straw, which many found helpful at least some of the time. Other strategies mentioned included leaning forward or rocking while sitting, taking probiotics to help prevent UTIs, and one member noted that consuming edibles before bed helped them empty their bladder through the night.

A MyMSTeam Member

I tried it and yes sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. I'll keep trying it.

July 16
A MyMSTeam Member

I experience that as well. When my doctor ordered a abdominal ct scan, they called it mild diffuse smooth urinary bladder wall thickening of 5mm. I'm assuming because of the ms, uti's or infections and even other underlining illnesses can cause this. Treat the underlining issue, it'll treat the bladder. Of course this is slightly normal as we age.
I've had slight to moderate blood in my urine for years but doctors never tested it like it wasn't anything concerning. Never really addressed it so... But considering how long I've had Ms, 15 years, anything could and can happen.

July 15
A MyMSTeam Member

OngoGablogian, I definitely know that. I wish it would give me a warning ⚠️

July 15
A MyMSTeam Member

Bladder has a mind of it's own

July 15
A MyMSTeam Member

I, used to have a lot of problems emptying My Bladder until I started eating Edibles(Marijuana) My Husband makes Me. I eat them 45 minutes before going to bed and I, am able to empty My Bladder out until Morning.

July 15 (edited)

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