Frequent urination at night often causes a lot of problems but people still ignore this type of problem. According to experts, if you also have problems urinating frequently at night, it can also be a symptom of a serious disease.
Whenever this problem arises, one should be aware of it.
Why do you urinate frequently?
This problem is called nocturia if you have to urinate frequently at night. Whenever you have to urinate frequently at night, it also impairs your sleep. According to the information available, this can happen if you have taken more fluids before going to bed. Sleep problems also cause this problem because, you stay awake and feel the need to go to the toilet but, it can also happen in some serious illness.
Hormonal changes:
According to Britain's West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, frequent urination at night can also be caused by hormonal changes. This is because, as you get older, your body loses its diuretic hormone. It is a chemical that helps the body retain fluids, so you don't have to urinate frequently.
Prostate problems:
Apart from this one of the causes of excessive urination at night can be the changes associated with the prostate. These glands grow with age and put pressure on the urethra.
Due to bladder infections:
Bladder infections can also cause Nocturia i.e. frequent urination at night. This can happen in case of over-active bladder and bladder infection.
Heart disease:
This problem can also be caused by heart disease. In this case your heart and blood circulation may be impaired. Even if the feet and ankles are swollen, you may have trouble urinating at night.
Diabetes:
Diabetes may also be responsible for the problem of frequent urination at night. This is because the blood sugar level remains high and the thirst for water is so great that one has to urinate frequently at night.
Drink alcohol and more caffeinated items:
If you drink alcohol before going to bed at night, it can also cause urinary problems. Alcohol acts like a diuretic. According to the information available, do not drink alcohol and caffeinated items before going to bed. Also control the weight so that there is no pressure on the bladder. Consult your doctor immediately if you have such a problem.
