What Organ Causes Frequent Urination?

Organs That Cause Frequent Urination Issues

Frequent urination or a constant urge to urinate throughout the day can occur due to problems in the kidneys, urinary bladder, and prostate. Specific conditions like Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), kidney disease, enlarged prostate, or overactive bladder can cause this issue. Additionally, certain medications can contribute to frequent urination during the day and night.  

What Disease Relates to the Symptom of Frequent Urination?

Certain conditions or diseases in the urinary tract can cause symptoms of frequent urination. In this section, we will discuss those in detail:

1. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) : It is a common disease that develops with age and is known as an enlarged prostate. The prostate gland is present below the urinary bladder, which gets enlarged with age. An enlarged prostate can block the flow of urine out of the bladder. This causes the bladder to overfill and signals the brain to urinate more than usual, resulting in a frequent urge to urinate.  
2. Bladder Cancer : Bladder cancer commonly occurs in the urothelial cells that line the inside of your bladder. These are also predominant in your ureters and kidneys. Tumour formation obstructs the normal emptying of your bladder. Eventually, it can irritate the bladder lining, along with increased bladder muscle contractions. Intense muscle contractions can lead to frequent urges to urinate. Bladder cancer can also cause other complications if left untreated.  
3. Prostatitis : Prostatitis, also known as the inflammation of the prostate gland, can lead to frequent urination. Inflammation of the prostate can irritate the bladder and urethra, causing sensitivity and involuntary bladder contractions, leading to the need to urinate more often. Additionally, an inflamed prostate can reduce the capacity of your bladder to hold urine. However, a small amount of urine might trigger the sensation of urinating.   
4. Urethral Stricture : Urethral stricture, known as the narrowing of the urethra, can cause difficulties in fully emptying the bladder. The stricture restricts urine flow, causing the bladder to feel full even with a small amount of urine. Improper emptying of the bladder can further irritate your bladder, contributing to the urge to urinate more frequently than usual. Scar tissue formation is a common cause of urethral stricture, which can irritate the inner lining of the urethra.
5. Diabetes Insipidus : Diabetes insipidus usually disrupts the body's ability to regulate fluid balance, leading to the excretion of large volumes of dilute urine. Prolonged diabetes can cause resistance to the antidiuretic hormone (ADH), called Vasopressin, leading to disruption in water retention in the body. Improper signalling of ADH influences your kidneys to filter blood and excrete large amounts of diluted urine, leading to frequent urination and excessive thirst.
6. Interstitial Cystitis : One of the primary hallmarks of IC is the chronic inflammation of the bladder lining, making the bladder over-sensitive. It can cause a feeling of need to urinate more often than usual, even with small amounts of urine. Inflammation in your bladder's lining increases sensitivity to distension and nerve signals, along with reduced bladder capacity due to the thickening of your bladder's inner linings, leading to frequent urination.
7. Anterior Vaginal Prolapse : Anterior vaginal prolapse or cystocele is a condition where the bladder protrudes into the vagina, causing bladder outlet obstruction. It can lead to urinary retention or a sensation of incomplete emptying and a general feeling of bladder fullness or urgency due to abnormal protrusion of the bladder. Additionally, a prolapse can stretch your bladder's receptors, leading to overactive bladder symptoms such as frequent urination.
8. Vaginitis : Vaginitis or inflammation of your vaginal lining can irritate the bladder and urethra, mimicking the symptoms of UTI, like frequent urination. Sometimes this condition can cause inflammation that can extend beyond your vaginal area, potentially irritating muscles and nerves surrounding your bladder and urethra. It can also interfere with the normal functioning of your bladder, leading to increased frequency.

Why am I Urinating Frequently at Night?

Frequent urination at night, also known as nocturia, occurs due to various factors. In this section, we will discuss some potential causes of nocturia that are frequently encountered. These include:

• Fluid Intake : Drinking excess amounts of fluid, especially before bedtime, can lead to increased urine production and the urgency to urinate more often than usual.
• Sleep Disorders : Certain sleep disorders like obstructive sleep apnea, chronic pain or restless leg syndrome can cause frequent urination at night.
• Overactive Bladder : It causes your bladder muscles to contract even when it is not full, leading to a strong urge to urinate.
• Medications : Certain medications, including diuretics and sleeping pills, interfere with your body's ability to balance fluid, causing nocturia.  

In men, an enlarged prostate or underlying issues in the urinary bladder, such as inflammation or infection, can lead to frequent urination, especially during the night.