What are bladder spasms?
Bladder spasms are involuntary contractions of the bladder which generate an urge to urinate, sometimes accompanied by extreme pain. If bladder spasms persist, incontinence may develop, as the bladder will force urine out. The resulting stream of urine may be impossible to stop, as the patient does not have control over his or her bladder. A number of conditions can lead to bladder spasms, and they should definitely be addressed by a doctor, as it may be possible to manage bladder spasms or to address the underlying cause to eliminate them altogether. When bladder spasms occur, the bladder randomly contracts, as though the patient is preparing to urinate. The patient will usually feel like he or she needs to urinate, and some leakage may occur. One of the most common causes of incontinence in the elderly is bladder spasms, and these contractions can also cause incontinence in young children. In some cases, the spasms may be extremely violent, with patients comparing them to severe cram
