AAU in Collaboration with Khorfakkan Hospital and SAJA Pharmaceuticals conducted a public awareness program on overactive bladder and Urinary Incontinence on 24th June 2022 at Khorfakkan. Dr. Yasser Farahat educated the significant impact of OAB symptoms on health, quality of life and productivity and advise immediate action if suffering from the disease.
The study shows that in the Middle East, the overall prevalence of urinary incontinence ranges from 20.3% to 54.8%. In Qatar, it is 20.6%, and in the United Arab Emirates, it is 20.3%. In Saudi Arabia, the prevalence of urinary continence in Jeddah and Riyadh cities was estimated to be 41.4% and 29%, respectively.
There is no need to shy away from this condition consulting your doctor at any stage will reduce discomfort and help you lead a health normal life”