Frequent Urination

Frequent urination refers to the phenomenon that you need to go to the bathroom more than usual. Normally, the bladder is able to store urine until it is convenient to go to the bathroom, typically four to eight times a day. However, if you need to urinate more than eight times a day or you constantly wake up at night to go to the bathroom, it could mean you are drinking too much or it could be a sign of health problem. 

 

You may also have other urinary symptoms if you are suffering from frequent urination: 

 

An persist urge to urinate

Burning pain when urination

Blood in urine

Difficulty urinating

 

1. What are the common causes of frequent urination? 

 

1.1 Urinary tract infection

 The inflammation in urinary tract is the most common cause that leads to frequent urination. It’s more common in women than in men. 

 

1.2 Prostate problems

An enlarged prostate can press against the urethra and block the urine flow, causing frequent urination. And prostatitis can also cause urinary symptoms including frequent urination. 

1.3 Diabetes

Diabetes can damage the nerves that control the bladder, causing frequent urination and difficulty controlling your bladder.

 

1.4 Diuretic use

Medications that have diuretic properties can cause frequent urination, such as medicines that used to treat high blood pressure or fluid buildup work in the kidney and flush excess fluid from the body.

 

1.5 Interstitial cystitis

This condition causes pain in bladder and pelvis, often leading to frequent urination.