What causes frequent urination, urgency, and inability to hold urine?
Disease description:
I have been experiencing frequent and urgent urination lately, and sometimes I can't hold my urine, which has been significantly affecting my life. I would like to know what causes frequent urination, urgency, and the inability to control urination?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Luo Yong
Causes of frequent and urgent urination and inability to hold urine include:
1. Excessive fluid intake: Drinking large amounts of water or consuming diuretic substances such as caffeine or alcohol can increase urine production.
2. Overactive bladder: Overactivity of the bladder muscles causes the sensation of needing to urinate even when the bladder isn't full.
3. Bladder inflammation: Infection-induced inflammation of the bladder mucosa increases the bladder's sensitivity to urine.
4. Bladder dysfunction: Includes conditions such as overactive bladder and neurogenic bladder.
5. Prostate diseases: Prostate problems can affect the bladder's ability to empty completely.
6. Weakened muscle function: Pelvic floor muscle relaxation, commonly seen in postpartum women or the elderly.
7. Nervous system injury: Conditions such as spinal cord injury or multiple sclerosis can affect bladder control.
8. Psychological factors: Emotional states such as excessive stress or anxiety may also trigger symptoms of frequent and urgent urination.
9. Urinary tract diseases: Inflammatory irritation can also lead to symptoms of frequent urination, urgency, and inability to hold urine. These conditions are often accompanied by symptoms such as painful urination and urethral redness or swelling, and timely medical attention is required.
