Patient's question:
Drinking water always leads to frequent urination, about 3-4 times every half hour. When the urge to urinate comes on suddenly, it affects both urination and defecation. This has been the case since childhood. It might have been due to excessive drinking when I was younger.Previous treatment history and effectiveness: No systematic treatment has been administered.
Type of assistance needed: Hello, is this normal...
Doctor's answer:
1, Urethral and Seasonal Factors: If there is frequent urination but each time the urine volume is not significant, no pain expression during urination, and no other symptoms, local factors should be considered first, such as urethral inflammation, excessive foreskin, or pinworms affecting the genital area. Additionally, seasonal factors; frequent urination in winter is a normal phenomenon.2, Dietary Polyuria: If there is frequent urination with a large urine volume each time, without other symptoms, it is important to pay attention to excessive water intake, especially in children who dislike sweet drinks.
3, Neurogenic Polyuria: In young children with underdeveloped bladder detrusor muscles and immature nerves, daytime (intermittent dribbling polyuria) can occur, up to 20–30 times, but nighttime urination is normal. This condition tends to recur and shows normal urine test results, as it is not caused by inflammation.
4, Urinary Tract Inflammation: If there is frequent urination, urgency, dysuria, or a burning sensation, urinary tract infection should be considered, such as cystitis or pyelonephritis. Under microscopic examination of urine, pus cells or a large number of white blood cells can be detected. In severe cases, systemic infection and toxic symptoms may occur.
It is best to take the child to a formal hospital for a urinalysis to check if it is caused by a urinary tract infection. If so, prompt treatment is necessary. Wishing you a speedy recovery.