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6 reasons you could be urinating more frequently than normal

Here are 5 reasons for frequent urination you might not know about.

By: Pavitra Sampath   | | Updated: June 19, 2014 11:38 am
Tags: Urine  

Reasons for frequent urinationI am a 27-year-old girl, and off late I have noticed that I want to visit the loo very often. I pass urine at least 5-6 times a day and I don’t think I drink that much water. What could be the reason for this? Also Read - Beware! Frequent urination could be an indication of a serious health problem

Also Read - 6 things the colour of your urine is telling you about your health



On an average a person urinates about five to eight cups or one to two litres of urine in about 24 hours. According to this standard it does seem like you urinate a little above the normal amount. While the reason for this can be a simple infection, there are other diseases that could be causing this symptom. You should ideally visit a doctor to check for the following reasons: Also Read - Here's why you shouldn't hold your urine for long

1. Infection: An infection of the urinary tract, like in the case of UTI (Urinary Tract Infection), could be one of the reasons for frequent urination. In some cases UTI may show no symptoms (be asymptomatic) or may be present with other symptoms like experiencing a burning sensation while passing urine, pain in the lower abdomen and in some cases even blood in your urine.

2. Diabetes: In the case of diabetes, your body secretes excessive sugar, which has to be removed from the body by your kidneys — making them overwork. This sends a signal to your brain that you need more water in your system to dilute the large amounts of sugar. All this water and overworking kidneys leads to frequent urination.

3. Irritants in what you drink: In some cases you might suffer from frequent urination if you drink too much water or liquids that contain substances that irritate your urinary bladder. Also known as irritants, these substances induce the need to pass urine in order to get rid of the toxin. Liquids containing high amounts of caffeine or alcohol are well known bladder irritants, so staying away from them might give you some relief.

4. Incomplete voiding: Another reason for frequent urination could be incomplete voiding. This is where you don’t empty your bladder completely, causing some amount of urine to be retained. This sends a signal to your brain that your bladder needs to be emptied, leading to repetitive trips to the loo.

5. Pregnancy: While this may or may not apply to you, pregnancy is another reason for your condition. This happens because as your uterus grows to accommodate the growing foetus, it tends to press on your bladder, making you want to pee more than normal.

6. Overactive bladder: This is a condition where the bladder contracts suddenly, making you feel like you need to visit the washroom. While there is no known reason for this condition, there are some treatment options available to help relieve this condition.

References:

  • Urology Clinics Of North Texas
  • WebMD
  • Medical News Today

You may also like to read:

  • Urinary tract infections causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
  • 7 effective tips to prevent recurring urinary tract infections (UTI)
  • How not drinking enough water can lead to urinary bladder infections
  • Understanding urinary tract infections in children: Dr Pankaj Deshpande

For more articles on UTI and diseases & conditions, visit our urinary tract infections section and diseases & conditions section. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for all the latest updates! For daily free health tips, sign up for our newsletter. And to join discussions on health topics of your choice, visit our forum.

Published : June 18, 2014 8:50 pm | Updated:June 19, 2014 11:38 am
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