India, Dec. 14 -- Feeling the sudden urge to urinate when stressed or anxious is a common experience, yet most people don't know why it happens. Stress and anxiety can directly affect how your bladder functions, causing it to tighten or signal the brain more frequently. Dr Sandeep Bafna, urologist at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road in Chennai, explains the science behind this phenomenon, why it occurs, and what steps you can take to manage these sudden urges and maintain bladder health. (Also read: Endocrinologist shares how to lower your blood sugar without changing your meals )

He shared in his December 9 Instagram post, "Sudden or urgent need to pee while you are stressed or anxious, it's not in your head. It's real," explains Dr Sandee...