Can your bladder explode

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Bladders don't explode, but they can break if you hold in your urine for too long. If you gotta go, you better go! ChaCha on!

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A full bladder can be ruptured during a car accident--impact with the steering column or an improperly worn seat. ChaCha!

Aug 17 2009, 05:21pm | Source: The Straight Dope: Hold it! What happens if you don't urinate? | www.straightdope.com

No, your bladder cannot explode but if your bladder gets too full, the fluid can back up into the kidneys which is dangerous.

Jul 16 2009, 10:08pm | Source: The Straight Dope: Hold it! What happens if you don't urinate? | www.straightdope.com

It won't necessarily "explode" like a bomb, but it can rupture. Appropriate medical & surgical procedures are available. ChaCha!

Mar 07 2009, 11:11pm | Source: eMedicine - Bladder Trauma : Article by Raymond Rackley | www.emedicine.com

No it can't. However if it gets to full the urine in it can back up into your kidneys causing painful infections. ChaCha!

Mar 03 2009, 07:47pm | Source: urinary bladder – FREE urinary bladder Information | Encyclopedia.com: Facts, Pictures, Information! | www.encyclopedia.com