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Urology (Expert Forum)
Frequent Urination
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
KevinMD.com
Questions in the Urology forum are answered by Dr. Stephen Liroff, affiliated with the Henry Ford Hospital. Topics covered include benign prostate disease, penis curvature, cystisis, kidney stones, pediatric urology, prostate, sexual dysfunction, urinary tract infections (UTI), and urological cancers.
Frequent Urination
by nsns, May 20, 2006 12:00AM
Dr. I am a seemingly healthy 33 year old man who cannot sleep through the night without getting up to urinate anywhere from 1 to 3 times a night, mostly 2 times. This has been going on for a few years. It screws up my sleep pattern and never allows me to get a good nights rest. I am not diabetic and in the past when I have asked my Dr’s about this they never seemed to give it much thought and said it’s probably nothing. I was told by a Urologist that I have a small testicular cyst and was wondering if that could cause this? Should I be worried or is it possible to just have to pee this much? I am living out of the country and it’s not an easy task to just go see a proper doctor. Thanks for your help!
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, May 20, 2006 12:00AM
, May 20, 2006 12:00AM
I agree with testing for diabetes. I also would add on a thyroid test.
If those are negative, evaluation for prostate enlargement should be done. A digital rectal exam and/or a transrectal ultrasound can be considered.
Medications and some beverages (i.e. alcohol or caffeine) can also affect urinary frequency.
These options can be discussed with your personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
If those are negative, evaluation for prostate enlargement should be done. A digital rectal exam and/or a transrectal ultrasound can be considered.
Medications and some beverages (i.e. alcohol or caffeine) can also affect urinary frequency.
These options can be discussed with your personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
