Polyuria
(Diseases)
This page will help answer your questions.
What is Polyuria?
- Frequent urination, medically known as Polyuria, is a temporary condition characterized by the constant and bothersome need to urinate throughout the day. This symptom may be associated with various medical conditions or diseases.
- What Are the Causes of Polyuria?
- Natural causessuch asdrinking diureticslike caffeine.
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs).
- Neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and strokes.
- Pregnancy.
- Hormonal changes.
- Diabetes.
- Certain medications that act as diuretics.
- Pelvic radiation therapy.
Prostate problems.
Vaginitis (vaginal inflammation).
- How Is Polyuria Managed?
- Tips that may help reduce frequent urination:
- There are several non-medical strategies that can help manage polyuria, including:
- Avoid drinking fluids before bedtime.
Kegel exercises, which strengthen pelvic floor muscles including the bladder muscle. This is done by tightening the pelvic muscles for 5 seconds, 10 times in a row, and repeating the exercise two to three times daily.
Reducing the intake of products containing caffeine, such as coffee and tea.
- Treating the underlying medical cause of polyuria.
- When Should You See a Doctor?
- Frequent urination during pregnancy is usually considered a normal symptom. In other cases, it’s advisable to book a doctor’s appointment to discuss the condition,especially if any of the following abnormal symptoms appear:
- Fever.
- Vomiting.
Lower back pain.
Blood in the urine.
Unusual genital discharge.
