Cystitis & Overactive Bladder Foundation
Supporting people affected by bladder conditions with information, resources, and a caring community.
Bladder Conditions
Learn about common bladder conditions, their symptoms, causes, and treatment options.
Acute Bacterial Prostatitis
Emergency guide to acute prostatitis - severe prostate infection requiring urgent IV antibiotics. Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Acute Urinary Retention
Acute urinary retention is a medical emergency. Learn causes, symptoms, catheterization treatment, and when to seek emergency care.
Atrophic Vaginitis and Urinary Symptoms
Learn about genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) - causes, symptoms including recurrent UTIs and urinary urgency, diagnosis, and effective treatments.
Bacterial Cystitis
Bacterial cystitis causes painful urination and urgency. Learn symptoms, causes, antibiotic treatment, and when to see a doctor.
Latest Articles
Explore our collection of health articles covering nutrition, supplements, and bladder health tips.
Radiation Cystitis and Alcohol: Can You Drink?
Should you drink alcohol with radiation cystitis? Learn how alcohol affects your bladder after pelvic radiation, what the research says, and safer alternatives.
Vitamin D and Bladder Health: What the Research Shows
Research links vitamin D deficiency to overactive bladder, urinary incontinence, and UTIs. Here's what the studies found and what it means for you.
Cranberry vs D-Mannose for UTI Prevention: What Works?
Comparing cranberry vs D-mannose for UTI prevention based on the latest clinical trials, including the 2024 JAMA study on D-mannose.
How Alcohol Affects Your Bladder: Facts and Tips
Learn how alcohol affects your bladder, from increased urgency to long-term risks, plus practical tips backed by research.
Best Supplements for Bladder Health: What Works
Evidence-based guide to the 10 best supplements for bladder health, from cranberry and D-mannose to magnesium and vitamin D. What research actually shows.
Probiotics for Bladder Health: What Research Shows
Evidence-based guide to probiotics for bladder health, covering UTI prevention, overactive bladder, strain recommendations, and what the research shows.
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