Feeling the need to urinate again shortly after urinating before bedtime

May 13, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Mingchuan
Introduction
If excessive water intake occurs before bedtime, it may lead to frequent urination, which is a normal phenomenon and generally does not require special treatment. However, frequent urination before sleep could also be caused by cystitis; in such cases, patients may take medications such as ampicillin capsules or levofloxacin hydrochloride tablets orally. It might also result from prostatitis, for which patients can be treated with cefotaxime sodium for injection or doxycycline hydrochloride tablets. Always follow medical advice when taking medication.

Generally, the sensation of needing to urinate again shortly after urinating before bedtime may result from non-pathological factors such as excessive fluid intake, or it could be caused by pathological conditions like cystitis or prostatitis. Appropriate management depends on the specific circumstances. The details are as follows:

1. Non-pathological factors

If a large amount of fluid is consumed before bedtime, the bladder accumulates more urine, which may lead to frequent urination. This is considered normal and typically does not require special treatment; simply controlling fluid intake is sufficient.

2. Pathological factors

1) Cystitis

Cystitis is usually caused by bacterial infection and is characterized by symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and painful urination. Patients may take medications such as ampicillin capsules or levofloxacin hydrochloride tablets orally as directed by a physician. Maintaining good personal hygiene in daily life is also important.

2) Prostatitis

In male patients, frequent urination may also indicate prostatitis, which is often associated with factors such as excessive alcohol consumption or pathogen infection, and may be accompanied by symptoms like fever and dysuria. Treatment may include medications such as cefotaxime sodium for injection or doxycycline hydrochloride tablets, as prescribed by a doctor. A light, healthy diet should be maintained in daily life.

In addition, this symptom could also be caused by other conditions such as urethritis, ureteral stones, or diabetes. It is recommended that patients seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital.