Urinary Frequency
Frequent urination may be caused by diseases affecting the urinary tract at any level. The urinary tract includes the kidneys, the tubes connecting the kidneys to the bladder (ureters), the bladder, and the duct through which urine flows from the bladder out of the body (urethra).
Factors that may be linked to frequency of urination:
- Infection, disease, injury, or irritation of the bladder
- Conditions that increase urine production
- Changes in muscles, nerves or other tissues affecting bladder function
- Certain cancer treatments
- Drugs or beverages that increase urine production
Depending on what’s causing your frequent urination, you may experience other urinary problems, such as:
- Pain or discomfort during urination
- A strong urge to urinate
- Difficulty urinating
- Loss of bladder control
- Unusual urine color
