The most likely reasons for frequent voiding are urinary tract infections (UTI) and medication side effects.
A persistent urge to urinate, though, could indicate a chronic condition like diabetes or interstitial cystitis.
This article discusses frequent urination.
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It might happen during the day or more at night, a condition callednocturia.
Be sure to let your healthcare provider know if youre experiencing any other symptoms along with urinary frequency.
Bladder training entails keeping to a strict urination schedule and increasing the time between when you empty your bladder.
Interstitial Cystitis Treatments
Interstitial cystitisdoesnt have a cure, but some treatments may ease your symptoms.
These can include:
There are some causes of nighttime urination thatcan be controlled.
The best thing you might do is to reduce how much you drink at night.
This is especially true in the four to six hours before bedtime.
Summary
Frequent urination can be annoying and embarrassing.
But more than that, it may be a sign of infection or disease.
Call your healthcare provider if you’re urinating more than usual.
Some treatments can help, but the treatment will depend on the underlying cause of the urinary frequency.
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