Over active bladder

[foxglove]

Does any one know if constipation affects bladder? I have been constipated for the first time in my life that I remember (I'm 79) and find that I have constant bladder leak, bad enough to have to wear a pad. Constipation new to me so didn't know how to deal with it, sorry if this too much info but ha d a decent bowel movement this afternoon and felt the pressure on my bladder ease!

p.s. have much more sympathy now with constipation sufferers!!!

[Saassii]

Yes. Correct. You could take magnesium safely which will remove constipation and cause a natural bowel movement with no other adverse health effects. An epsom salts bath or even foot soak is another gentle addition. Magnesium spray. You could increase vegetables and add in a nice bone broth soup to help bring it along more regularly. xx

[foxglove in reply to Saassii]

Thanks for good advice!

[Margot]

Yes constipation puts pressure on the bladder x

[foxglove in reply to Margot]

Thanks....obvious when one thinks about it!

[Buddy34]

Yes it does make your OA worse. Try drinking plenty water sometimes that can help your bowels .