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By Mayo Clinic staffAs you grow older, you're at increased risk of developing overactive bladder, and you're also more susceptible to diseases and disorders that can contribute to problems with bladder function, such as enlarged prostate and diabetes. Although common among older adults, overactive bladder and urge incontinence shouldn't be considered a normal part of aging.