In placental mammals, urine enters the bladder via the ureters and exits via the urethra during urination. [1][2] In humans, the bladder is a distensible organ that sits on the pelvic floor.

Sep 8, 2025 · The bladder is located in your lower abdomen and stores urine until it leaves your body through the urethra. Find out how it works and some common conditions that affect the bladder.

Aug 29, 2023 · Is your bladder trying to tell you something important? Learn about 10 symptoms that signal bladder issues.

Jan 23, 2024 · Urinary retention is when you can’t empty your bladder when you pee. Learn more about urinary retention and when you should seek treatment.

Feb 17, 2023 · Learn about the bladder, conditions that affect it, tips to keep it healthy, and who to see for bladder problems.

Nov 6, 2025 · Temporary storage of urine – the bladder is a hollow organ with distensible walls. It has a folded internal lining (known as rugae), which allows it to accommodate up to 400-600ml of urine in …

Aug 26, 2022 · As the bladder empties during urination, the muscles contract to squeeze the urine out through the urethra. Several different bladder problems can cause pain. The three most common …

The National Association For Continence provides education, community and support to those living with bladder, bowel or pelvic floor health disorders.

Located in the lower abdomen, the bladder is a hollow organ, much like a balloon, that stores urine. Urine contains waste and extra fluid left over after the body takes what it needs from what we eat …

Apr 16, 2025 · It can be hard to tell whether you have a UTI or interstitial cystitis. Experts explain the difference and how interstitial cystitis is diagnosed and treated.