I am going in for one on Tuesday so I thought I would try drinking the 32 ounces of water they say you have to 45 minutes before the exam.

I am about 40 minutes past drinking it and I can barely hold it. I have to go the bathroom soooooo bad I do not think I will be able to hold it for the test.

Has anyone had this problem? Is this common during menopause?

I know sometimes I get the urge to go really bad, but I never drink 32 ounces of water in 15 minutes lol.

Does this mean there is something wrong with my bladder?

Hi there,
I just did an ultrasound and had to drink the requisite amount of water and hold beforehand. I have an EXTREMELY weak bladder so I didn't get it all in. I never have actually. I think I've done three pelvic ultrasounds and each time, I cheated on the amount of liquid you're supposed to take in. I didn't get into "trouble" by the techies and they were able to do what they needed to do....;-) Also, I actually brought a venti size Starbuck's tea in to the appointment with me so I didn't drink, then hold. Can't do that. No way. So, I wouldn't worry about filling up all the way.

I have the opposite problem. I guess my bladder is so big, that it isn't enough, and I have to drink a lot more after I get there!

I have an extremely over active bladder........have to wear a pad at all times, but I did fine with holding. I made sure I didn't drink anything besides the required amount of water and I waited until I was almost out the door before starting.

I also wonder if stressing over it is actually gonna cause the need to go even more intense.

One good thing...........if you are having a transvaginal ultrasound, you are allowed to empty your bladder AFTER the abdominal and BEFORE the actual vaginal. I was very scared that I could not hold out, but I did just fine.

Try not to stress too much and you will do fine.

bev