I am 64 yr old female... Diabetic..I almost always have severe cramping upon emptying bladder, frequent urination and uncontrolled urination with strong urges. I do not empty my bladder and almost always feel that I still need to go after I empty my bladder. I suffer with painful pitted edema ( much worse lately) of lower legs and feet.
I sleep with my feet elevated but they rarely return to normal size anymore. I have an upcoming dr visit and would like to discuss how to address this problem. I am on several medications including urispas and ditropan xl which don't seem to help. I have no heart disease or liver disease as of 3 months ago lab tests. I have perfect cholesterol levels, very good blood pressure readings, blood sugar 3 month tests in the lower 8's. I have taken captopril for over 10 yrs. Would like an opinoin as to how symptoms may relate and what type of specialist I should ask for referral to. :?