Frequent urination

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Frequent urination
Synonyms	Polyuria
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	N/A
Symptoms	Increased frequency of urination
Complications	Dehydration, sleep disturbance
Onset	Any age
Duration	Varies
Types	N/A
Causes	Diabetes mellitus, urinary tract infection, pregnancy, diuretics
Risks	Diabetes, prostate enlargement, bladder infection
Diagnosis	Urinalysis, blood test, ultrasound
Differential diagnosis	Overactive bladder, interstitial cystitis, prostatitis
Prevention	Depends on underlying cause
Treatment	Depends on underlying cause; may include medication, lifestyle changes
Medication	Anticholinergics, antibiotics
Prognosis	N/A
Frequency	Common
Deaths	Rarely directly

Frequent urination is a condition characterized by the need to urinate more often than usual. It can affect individuals of all ages and can be a symptom of various underlying health issues.

Causes

Several factors can contribute to frequent urination, including:

• Consumption of diuretics, which increase urine production
• Urinary tract infection (UTI), particularly common in women and children
• Enlarged prostate in older men
• Diabetes
• Pregnancy
• Overactive bladder syndrome
• Neurological disorders

Nocturia

Nocturia refers specifically to frequent urination at night, which can disrupt sleep patterns and affect quality of life.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of the underlying cause of frequent urination may involve:

• Medical history and physical examination
• Urinalysis
• Ultrasound of the bladder
• Cystoscopy
• Urodynamic tests

Treatment

Treatment for frequent urination depends on the underlying cause:

• Antibiotics for UTIs
• Medication or surgery for enlarged prostate
• Lifestyle modifications, like reducing fluid intake before bedtime for nocturia
• Bladder training exercises

Prevention

Preventive measures can include:

• Maintaining good urinary hygiene
• Regularly emptying the bladder
• Avoiding excessive consumption of diuretics

Epidemiology

The prevalence of frequent urination varies, with certain groups like older adults and pregnant women being more commonly affected.

See Also

• Prostate Health
• Bladder Control
• Women's Health

External Links

• Urology Care Foundation - Frequent Urination
• National Kidney Foundation - Urination: Frequency and Urgency.

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