Nocturia: What you need to know

Do you wake up more than two times at night to urinate? Do you gets interrupted while sleeping at night due to a full bladder? Chances are you might have Nocturia. 

Nocturia or nocturnal polyuria is not a disease in and of itself but a sign of something going on in our bodies. It is a medical term for excessive urination at night.

About 1 out of 3 adults over 30 years Experience nocturia. The rate of people affected increases with age.
It is important for individuals experiencing it to take note of circumstances surrounding night time bathroom trip.

“Nocturia could be a serious problem as it could result to sleep impairment and many other health challenges, but with proper management it can be defeated.”

POSSIBLE CAUSES 

Factors that can cause Nocturia include but not limited to the following;

1. High blood pressure
2.Diabetes
3. Insomnia
4. Drinking too much before bed
5. Timing of medications (Diuretics)
6. Underlying health conditions
7. Caffeine intake
E.T.C.

MANAGEMENT OF NOCTURIA

This is dependent on the cause, and it include but not limited to the following;

1. Lifestyle changes
2. Adjusting time of medication
3. Diagnosing any untreated disease.

CONSEQUENCES OF NOCTURIA

Here are some consequences people suffering from nocturia might experience.

• Mood disturbances (as a result of poor sleep)
• Impaired cognition
• Daytime sleepiness
• Depression
• Falls & Fracture
• Mortality( yes it’s that serious)
• Increased rates of; …Accident( both auto and occupational)
• Feeling unwell (sick)
• Reduced quality of life

When attending to patients suffering from nocturia, information such as personal and family medical as well as medication usage is obtained.
Self medication is not advised as it can pose a very serious danger to health, therefore, it is imperative to visit a health care professional to rule out any other serious problems that could present nocturia as side effect.

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