The kidneys can be considered as a filter in the human body, it can promote the production of urine, so that more harmful substances can be expelled from the body. However, when it malfunctions, the function of “concentrating urine” will decline, and people will experience frequent urination.
But frequent urination is not entirely caused by kidney problems. The disease of some surrounding tissues can also lead to this problem, causing people to frequently visit the restroom. This not only affects people’s work and study but also has a significant impact on sleep. People may wake up in the middle of the night needing to urinate, sometimes feeling like they want to sleep in the restroom.
If a man wakes up 3 to 4 times a night, does it mean his kidneys are not good? Doctor: The real reasons are being ignored
1. Urinary Tract Infection
Actually, the urinary tract is a place particularly prone to infections, especially for those who neglect personal hygiene for long periods. Some people do not like changing underwear, wearing the same underwear for several days, and even reversing them to wear again, which can easily breed a large number of bacteria. Therefore, cleaning, disinfecting, and changing underwear frequently are really important.
When the urethra is inflamed, the surrounding nerve tissues become more sensitive. With slight pressure, it sends signals to the brain, making people feel the urge to urinate, needing to go to the restroom frequently. Prompt treatment is required in such cases; otherwise, the bacteria causing inflammation can move upward, worsening the infection.
2. Bladder Stones
The bladder acts as a storage bag for urine in the body. When it suffers from inflammation, stones, or other issues, the bladder is easily irritated. This can lead to shrinkage and a significant decrease in bladder capacity. Hence, even with a small amount of urine, the surrounding nerve tissues send signals to the brain to empty the bladder. People also tend to experience a sense of urgency to urinate. Active treatment is necessary, as untreated conditions can easily affect kidney health.
3. Diabetes
Diabetes patients have a distinctive feature of “polyuria” along with high sugar content in the urine. This is mainly due to reduced insulin secretion, leading to high blood sugar levels and thicker blood. People easily experience dry mouth and thirst, prompting them to drink large amounts of water instinctively, increasing urine output. Patients should reduce fluid intake in the two hours before bedtime to ease frequent nighttime urination. Regular monitoring of blood sugar and timely medication under a doctor’s guidance, along with a diet low in high-calorie, high-sugar foods, is advised.
4. Prostate
Men over thirty-five are prone to abnormal prostate enlargement, which can cause frequent nighttime urination. Patients should quit smoking, drinking, and late nights. Timely hospital visits for comprehensive examinations and active treatment can effectively alleviate this symptom.
Conclusion: Therefore, frequent urination is not solely a kidney problem; it could also be due to issues in other organs and tissues. People should not just blame the kidneys but also focus on the health of other organs, identify the causes, treat accordingly, to solve the problem at its root.
