Advanced Urology Associates Overactive Bladder (OAB) Center of Excellence
The American Urological Association estimates that 30% of all men and 40% of all women live with OAB. At Advanced Urology Associates (AUA) we want to eliminate the stigma that has kept people from seeking help for this condition.
Overactive Bladder (OAB) Symptoms
OAB symptoms of urgency, frequency, and leakage are not normal at any age. They may occur more often as people get older, but that doesn’t mean they are a normal part of aging. The chances of experiencing OAB increase when a woman goes through menopause. The same is true for men who have had prostate problems. Other conditions can increase the risk of OAB, such as diseases that affect the brain and nervous system. Many people hesitate to seek treatment or may think that their symptoms are not serious enough to seek treatment. At AUA, we are committed to helping our patients and are here to assist them in finding a way to control, or stop, their bothersome bladder symptoms.
Overactive Bladder (OAB) Resources and Treatment Options
Physicians have more resources and treatment options available today than ever before to help patients manage their OAB symptoms. OAB Center of Excellence is here to help you explore all potential treatments and evaluate what the best treatment(s) will be for you. We want you to enjoy life again and not have to worry where the closest restroom is, whether you can make the car ride without stopping, make it through the whole movie, or to go shopping without worry…
Our OAB Nurse Navigator will work together with your Urologist to evaluate your symptoms and walk you through the treatment options available. Every individual’s symptoms are different and there is not a “one size fits all” medication or treatment that works for every patient. It is important to communicate with your physician and the nurse navigator about noticed improvements or unchanging to worsening symptoms after trying a treatment option. We ask you to be honest if a treatment is not working so that we can look at additional treatment options for you.
Urodynamic Testing & Diagnosis
Overactive Bladder (OAB) Treatment Options
Advanced Urology treats overactive bladders in patients from Aurora, Bolingbrook, Chicago, Crest Hill, Elk Grove Village, Elmhurst, Frankfort, Homer Glen, Joliet, Lombard, Lockport, New Lenox, Mokena, Morris, Naperville, Orland Park, Park Ridge, Plainfield, Tinley Park and Woodridge, Illinois.
Overactive Bladder Patient Education
An overactive bladder can have a major impact on your life and finding the right treatment can be just as frustrating. At Advanced Urology Associates, our experienced OAB physicians assess our patients and discuss treatment options to work to find the best options and treatment plans.