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20th February 2025
04:55pm GMT
Have you ever been to loo just to find that five minutes later you need it again?
Well, experts have now revealed what it means.
Known in the healthcare industry as 'frequent urination,' there could be five main reasons why this happens, according to Business Insider.
Drinking excessive fluids
One of the main reasons this could be happening might be related to what you're putting into your body.
If you're drinking excessive amounts of liquid or bladder-irritating foods, that could be the root cause of the problem.
According to Dr. Courtenay Moore, a urologist and clinical associate professor of urology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, some things that can cause irritation are acidic fruits or fruit juices, alcohol, fizzy drinks, coffee, tea, chocolate, and spicy foods.
If this is the cause, experts advise limiting how much 'irritating' food and drink you're consuming daily as well as drinking smaller amounts of liquid throughout the day rather than large amounts all at once.
UTI
Another possible cause could be a urinary tract infection.
Dr. Ramesh Krishnan, a urologist at Memorial Hermann Medical Group, has previously emphasized that UTIs can cause inflammation in the bladder, which in turn causes the bladder to become overactive.
Other symptoms include painful urination, pressure in the abdomen or pelvis, and pee that's bloody, cloudy, or smelly.
In terms of treatment, UTIs are usually treated with a course of antibiotics prescribed by a doctor. Drinking extra fluids can also help to flush the infection out of the area.
Overactive bladder
Another underlying reason could be having a generally overactive bladder. It is normal to be going to the toilet between six to eight times a day, if you're having to go more than that, then you've probably got an overactive bladder.
Interstitial cystitis
The next reason can be related to something known as interstitial cystitis, a condition sometimes known as painful bladder syndrome.
Interstitial cystitis is a 'chronic condition that results in pain in the pelvic region and frequent urination'.
Moore says many of those who experience this sensation find relief when they go to the toilet as the pressure builds up over time as their bladder fills up.
Those suffering from this condition can go to the bathroom up to 50 times a day and is much more common in women than men.
Prostate issues
The final reason is prostate issues. In men, prostate issues, particularly an enlarged prostate, can cause frequent urges to urinate.
Other symptoms include having to wee in the middle of the night, trouble emptying the bladder and having a weak flow.
