Causes and Symptoms of Neurogenic Bladder

 

The following are possible causes of neurogenic bladder:

  • Diabetes
  • Acute infections
  • Accidents that cause trauma to the brain or spinal cord
  • Genetic nerve problems
  • Heavy metal poisoning

What are the symptoms of neurogenic bladder?

The following are the most common symptoms of neurogenic bladder. However, each individual may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:

  • Urinary tract infection
  • Kidney stones - these may be difficult to determine because you may not be able to feel pain associated with kidney stones if you have spinal cord abnormalities; symptoms of kidney stones include:
    • Chills
    • Shivering
    • Fever
    • Urinary incontinence
    • Small urine volume during voiding
    • Urinary frequency and urgency
    • Dribbling urine
    • Loss of sensation of bladder fullness

The symptoms of neurogenic bladder may resemble other conditions and medical problems. Always consult your physician for a diagnosis.

 

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