Is it normal that i have to do this in order to empty my bladder?

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I'm a 20 year old female. I noticed probably 8 or 10 years ago that when I pee, I go for a little bit and it stops naturally and nothing more comes out but my bladder doesn't feel totally empty unless I gently massage my lower back, like right over my tail bone. Then a little trickle comes out and I feel empty. Don't ask me how I found this out, I don't remember, but it's always like that now. I don't do it every time. I only do it if I drank a lot and I have to ride in the car for a while or I'm in some situation where I'm trying to empty out as much as possible. Is this normal?

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Based on 75 votes (25 yes)
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  • Tia_
    10 years ago

    Due to the fact I am a weirdo I just did a extensive google search on this. Apparently this is not abnormal at all. Theres a bundle of nerves that stimulate the urge to pee in your lower back. Beyond that I know nothing. Im tempted to ask my doc on my next visit out of sheer curiosity. Huh. ..

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  • handsignals
    10 years ago

    Does anyone have any serious answers for this lady. I am a nurse and find this quite interesting.

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  • ygrowup
    10 years ago

    Very normal, but few women work on this and just live with not being completely empty! Whatever works for is great!

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  • Terence_the_viking
    10 years ago

    It's probably because you aren't relaxed.

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  • Fabulous
    10 years ago

    I use a fish tank pump

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  • imadragon
    10 years ago

    I sometimes don't feel empty even if I am, I should try that...

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  • handsignals
    10 years ago

    Do you get lower back pain?

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    • Anonymous Post Author
      10 years ago

      No.

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  • oreoiscream
    10 years ago

    Seems harmless... but it could be bad. Strange and interesting.

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  • kkisawesome
    10 years ago

    Ya sometimes that happens to me but eventually it 'll come out..
    I'm bored ;( lol random

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