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Can The Consumption Of Excessive Liquids Cause Frequent Urination?
Question: Urination lasts an unusual amount of time. Like a whole minute or more.
Brief Answer:
Large liquid intake is one of the common reasons, please follow the advice below
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
There are many different reasons that can cause your symptom:
-drinking too many liquids (this is one of the common reasons)
-drinking too much alcohol and caffeine
-urinary tract infections
-kidney stones
-diabetes
So if I were your doctor I would recommend these examinations to confirm the diagnosis :
-a urinalysis
-an ultrasound abdomen
-a complete blood count.
Meanwhile, I'd suggest you reduce the number of liquids, caffeine, and if at all any alcohol that you consume.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Large liquid intake is one of the common reasons, please follow the advice below
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
There are many different reasons that can cause your symptom:
-drinking too many liquids (this is one of the common reasons)
-drinking too much alcohol and caffeine
-urinary tract infections
-kidney stones
-diabetes
So if I were your doctor I would recommend these examinations to confirm the diagnosis :
-a urinalysis
-an ultrasound abdomen
-a complete blood count.
Meanwhile, I'd suggest you reduce the number of liquids, caffeine, and if at all any alcohol that you consume.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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