Nocturia Main Causes and Remedies

1. Nocturia: Main Causes and Remedies When you have to wake up more than once to urinate at night, you may always think it is because of the fluids you take before bedtime. However, it could be because you are suffering from nocturia, which forces one to wake up many times to urinate. While it is not a disease, it could be signaling some other conditions, but a medical expert can help to diagnose that. Main Causes of Nocturia The major causes of nocturia include decreased bladder capacity, Overactive Bladder¸ sleep disruptions, the body producing excess urine at night, or other underlying health conditions. Excess Urine Production During the day, especially for people who spend most of their time standing or sitting, excess fluid accumulates in the legs. As one rests at night, the fluid flows back to the kidneys and is converted to urine. Excess urine production during the night is called nocturnal polyuria and is among the most common nocturia causes, estimated to contribute up to 88% of cases. This urine production may also be a result of consuming excess fluids before bed. It could also be because of consuming diuretics. Some of the fluids you can avoid include caffeine and alcohol. Sleep Disruptions Sleep problems may also provoke cases of Nocturia. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is one of the culprits, as it causes pauses in breathing during the night, disrupting sleep. It does this by reducing airflow and oxygen levels, which influences hormones, which may then induce excess urine production and nocturia. Decreased Bladder Capacity The bladder naturally has a capacity that it can hold at any given time. The capacity may diminish due to urinary tract inflammations, heightened urge incontinence, and bladder stones. If the capacity is inadequate, it may lead to nocturia.

2. Tips for Managing Nocturia for Better Sleep A medical expert may diagnose and advise you on the best remedies you can take in this case. Most of the remedies will include medications or adjustments to existing medications. Lifestyle changes may also help, including: Reducing the amounts of fluids that you take before bedtime. Reducing or avoiding taking diuretic fluids, including coffee, chocolate, alcohol, and carbonated and caffeinated drinks. Keeping your legs elevated for some time before bedtime to help in reducing the reabsorption and subsequent conversion of peripheral edema to urine when you sleep. Contact Us: 810 Main St., Suite C Monroe, CT 06468 customercare@elitone.com 9784354324