Urination, excessive at night
Alternative names:
nocturia; nycturia
Home care:
Intake and output should be monitored. Record weight at the same time(s) and on the same scales daily.
Call your health care provider if:
- excessive nighttime urination continues over several days and is not explained by medications or increase of fluids before bedtime.
What to expect at your health care provider's office:
The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed.
Medical history questions documenting the excessive nighttime urination in detail may include: - time pattern
- How long has this been noticed?
- How many times does this occur each night?
- quality
- Has there been a change in the volume of urine produced?
- Are there ever "accidents" or bed wetting?
- aggravating factors
- What makes the problem worse?
- How much fluid is consumed in the evening before bedtime?
- relieving factors
- Is there anything that helps relieve the problem?
- Have you tried fluid restrictions before bedtime?
- other
- What other symptoms are also present? Is there
- What medications are being taken?
- How much caffeine is consumed each day?
- Have there been any bladder infections in the past?
- Is there a family history of diabetes?
- Does nocturia interfere with adequate sleep and rest?
A physical examination will be performed. Electrolytes and fluids will be monitored over a period of time.
Diagnostic tests that may be performed include: Intervention:
If excessive nighttime urination occurs as a result of diuretic medications, you may be advised to take your medication earlier in the day.
After seeing your health care provider:
If a diagnosis was made by your health care provider related to nocturia, you may want to note that diagnosis in your personal medical record.
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