Can nerve damage cause bladder problems?

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asked Apr 16, 2020 in Incontinence by myscratchset (310 points)
Can nerve damage cause bladder problems?

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answered Apr 17, 2020 by Kjstyraud (520 points)
Yes nerve damage can lead to bladder problems and lead to incontinence as well.

When you have nerve damage to the nerves that lead to the bladder then that nerve damage can cause you to have a loss of bladder control and have urinary incontinence.

If you have nerve damage or even back pain or a back injury and you suddenly develop urinary incontinence then you should see a doctor.

Your spine has nerves that lead to the bladder and in which they also control the bladder.

When those nerves are compressed or not working properly or are damaged then your bladder may not be able to hold in the urine which can make you wet your pants due to urinary incontinence.

The urinary incontinence may get severe enough to where you may need to wear adult diapers to keep your pants dry.

But you should see a doctor about the urinary incontinence just to be safe.

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