The following features are indicative of Nocturia:
frequent urination during bedtime
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Common Causes of Nocturia
The following are the most common causes of Nocturia:
anxiety
benign prostatic hyperplasia
bladder stones
change in kidney function
diabetes insipidus
use of diuretics
Other Causes of Nocturia
The following are the less common causes of Nocturia:
excess consumption of alcohol
overactive bladder
pregnancy
prostatitis
radiation treatment
type 1 diabetes
type 2 diabetes
urinary incontinence
urinary tract infections
vaginitis
Risk Factors for Nocturia
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Nocturia:
use of beverages
cancer treatment
infections
injury of the bladder
Prevention of Nocturia
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Nocturia. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
avoid drinking too much fluid before going to bed
cut down on alcohol consumption
cut down on caffeine enriched beverages
Occurrence of Nocturia
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Nocturia cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Nocturia can occur at any age.
Common Gender
Nocturia can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Nocturia
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Nocturia:
Cystometry: Measurement of the pressure within the bladder
Urine Culturing: Checks for bacteria or other germs in a urine sample
Pelvic Ultrasound Examination: Helps in diagnosis of cause of Nocturia
Doctor for Diagnosis of Nocturia
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Nocturia:
Pediatrician
Psychiatrist
Complications of Nocturia if untreated
Yes, Nocturia causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Nocturia is left untreated:
severe obstructive sleep apnea
ischemic stroke
Procedures for Treatment of Nocturia
The following procedures are used to treat Nocturia:
Transurethral prostatectomy: Surgical correction of the pelvic organ prolapse
Self-care for Nocturia
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Nocturia:
Wearing of compression stockings: Prevents fluid from accumulating in the legs
Prohibition of intake of caffeine and alcohol: Helps in managing symptoms of Nocturia
Time for Treatment of Nocturia
While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Nocturia to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
Disease cannot be treated but only maintained or effects reduced
