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Frequent Urination
Needing to urinate more often than usual, sometimes with urgency.
Red Flags
If you experience these, seek immediate medical attention.
- •Blood in urine
- •Fever with urinary symptoms
- •Inability to urinate despite urge (retention)
- •Severe pain in lower back or sides (kidney involvement)
Overview
Frequent urination (polyuria) means passing urine more often than normal. It can be caused by fluid intake, infections, diabetes, or prostate issues.
Possible Causes
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Bacterial infection causing burning and frequency.
Diabetes (Type 1 or 2)
High blood sugar causes the body to flush glucose via urine.
Overactive Bladder
Sudden urges to urinate, even when bladder is not full.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
Enlarged prostate in men causing urinary symptoms.
Home Care
- Reduce caffeine and alcohol intake.
- Avoid fluids close to bedtime.
- Bladder training exercises.
- Keep a urination diary to track patterns.
Research cited
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When to see a doctor
- •Urinary frequency with fever or chills.
- •Blood visible in urine.
- •Accompanied by unexplained weight loss or excessive thirst.
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