People head to the restroom several times a day to urinate. As the weather gets colder and sweat secretion decreases, the frequency of urination can increase. However, too frequent urination can be a red flag for bladder health, requiring caution.
The bladder is a hollow, pouch-like muscle organ responsible for storing and expelling urine. Urine, which contains various wastes produced after metabolism in the body, is considered healthy at a daily volume of 1 to 1.5 liters for adults. The color of healthy urine should be clear and transparent.
ⓒGetty Image BankA healthy bladder can hold 300 to 500 milliliters (approximately 10 to 17 ounces) of urine. However, a ‘hyperactive bladder,’ which has become sensitive for various reasons, can feel the urge to urinate even with a smaller volume of urine.
If symptoms such as ‘frequent urination’ (urinating more than eight times a day), ‘nocturia’ (waking up from sleep due to the urge to urinate), and ‘urgent urination’ (feeling a sudden urge to urinate, making it difficult to hold) appear, it is necessary to check bladder health.
The specific cause of a hyperactive bladder has not been identified, but it is more likely to occur with age. Additionally, urinary tract infections, hormone deficiencies, side effects of medications, constipation, obesity, changes in mental state, and diabetes can also trigger symptoms.
As it’s not easy to cure a hyperactive bladder, consistent treatment and management are essential. Additionally, managing dietary habits, such as limiting the intake of bladder-stimulating carbonated drinks, coffee that increases urine volume, and alcohol, is also necessary.
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