nocturia

[ nok-toor-ee-uh, -tyoor- ]

noun

1. a condition in which one often wakes up during the night to urinate.

nocturia

/ nɒktˈjʊərɪə /

noun

1. abnormally excessive urination during the night

Word History and Origins

Origin of nocturia¹

noct- + -uria

Example Sentences

The reason: Treatment of sleep apnea has been shown to decrease production of BNP, thus reducing nocturia.

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But if you’re waking up twice or more times — or you think you might have sleep apnea, a prostate issue or any other medical condition related to nocturia — connect with your primary care provider or a urologist and get evaluated.

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The more common causes are entirely benign, though nocturia can also be triggered by certain health conditions and medications.

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Nocturia can also be a warning sign for other health conditions, such as diabetes, heart failure, urinary tract infections and an overactive bladder, as well as a reaction to some medications, including those used to treat hypertension and kidney conditions.

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Here are some of them, as well as other medical conditions linked to nocturia.

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