What's the matter with excessive urination?

Excessive urination may be caused by increased water intake, urinary system infection, diabetes, prostatic hyperplasia, overactive bladder, etc., which can be improved by adjusting living habits, drug treatment, etc.

1. Increased water intake

Drinking large amounts of water or consuming drinks containing diuretic ingredients in a short period of time can lead to increased urine output. This situation does not require special treatment. Symptoms can be relieved by reducing the amount of water you drink. It is recommended to avoid drinking more than 500 ml of liquid at one time, especially caffeinated beverages such as coffee and strong tea.

2. Urinary system infection

Infections such as cystitis and urethritis may cause frequent urination and urgency. Infection may be related to factors such as bacterial invasion and reduced immunity. It usually presents with symptoms such as burning sensation during urination and distension in the lower abdomen. You can use antibacterial drugs such as levofloxacin hydrochloride tablets and cefixime dispersible tablets as directed by your doctor, and drink plenty of warm water to flush the urethra.

3. Diabetes

Osmotic diuresis occurs when blood sugar is too high. Diabetes may be related to factors such as insufficient insulin secretion and insulin resistance, and is often accompanied by symptoms such as polydipsia and weight loss. It needs to be controlled by monitoring blood sugar, taking anti-diabetic drugs such as metformin extended-release tablets, and limiting high-sugar diet.

4. Prostatic hyperplasia

In middle-aged and elderly men, enlarged prostate compresses the urethra, which can cause increased nocturia. The hyperplasia may be related to changes in androgen levels, which may manifest as symptoms such as thinning of the urine line and difficulty in urinating. Tamsulosin hydrochloride sustained-release capsules, finasteride tablets and other drugs can be used as directed by the doctor. In severe cases, surgical removal of hyperplastic tissue is required.

5. Overactive bladder

Abnormal contraction of the bladder's detrusor muscle can lead to frequent urination and urgency. The condition may be related to neuromodulatory abnormalities, and there is usually no clear sign of infection. It can be improved through bladder training, and if necessary, drugs such as solifenacin succinate tablets can be used to suppress overactive bladder.

You should keep a daily urination diary, including daily water intake, frequency of urination and urine output. Limit fluid intake in the evening and limit water intake to 2 hours before bed. Avoid consuming alcohol, spicy and other irritating foods. Wear loose clothing to reduce abdominal compression and keep the perineum clean and dry. If the symptoms last for more than 1 week or are accompanied by fever, hematuria, etc., you should go to the urology department for examination in time to rule out serious organic diseases. It is recommended that middle-aged and elderly people undergo prostate ultrasound and routine urine screening every year.