Doc says its an overactive bladder- why can't i believe that

Hi all,male 50 here ,  been having peeing issues for months ( frequency/ massive urge when need to go), phoned docs last October time, got to speak to a paramedic who asked for a urine sample which came back clear. My symptoms disappeared for a while and then came back just after Christmas. I'm a massive hypocondriac and terrified of cancer, kept putting off phoning docs but finally phoned them Monday morning and unbelievably managed to see a lovely lady doctor on the same day. As soon as i sat down she said my urine looked perfect, i was waiting for her to say we need to check your prostate to rule out any problems there, but she never mentioned it. She came right out and said overavtive bladder. I then asked her about the prostate, and she says i don't have the right symptoms for prostate issues because i have no hesitancy when i pee and i can sleep through the night. At the time i was delighted, and happy to accept an overactive bladder. I have to fill out a urine frequency char for her/ volume etc for three days, which i will hand in tomorrow. Then make another appoiintment.

My big problame is because i worry constantly the fear of cancer has crept back in, because i know it hasn't been checked. I have doen three PSA tests from home, all negative, i have has assurance from my doctor , so why can't i believe this??

Looks like i will have medication for my OB , and hopelyfully that will work. But this constant worrying is just too much. 

Any reassurance here?? I mean if i can't take a docs word who can i.

  • Hello fredbloggs

    I'm sorry to hear that you're still struggling with bladder problems and that health anxiety continues to impact your daily life. 

    It's sad to hear that despite the reassurance from the GP you're still worrying. Hopefully she will be able to give you some further reassurance at your next appointment. 

    We'd really encourage you to talk to your GP about your health anxiety as well. Explain how it's impacting your daily life. Certainly, if you can improve the anxiety then your bladder problems may well improve as well as anxiety can make an overactive bladder worse. 

    There's information available on the NHS website about health anxiety along with advice, tips, and links to help manage things. Do have a look at the link. 

    I hope that your GP is able to give you the reassurance you need at your next appointment and set you on the right road to improving your anxiety. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

  • Thank you very much for your advice.