I am getting increased frequency of urine, what does it indicate?

Are you troubled by frequent urination? At times a diabetic may feel the need to get up frequently in the night to urinate. You don’t need to lose sleep and keep running to the loo at night.

Rushing to the loo more frequently than before or urinating more each time you go can be indicative of uncontrolled diabetes. Typically a normal adult urinates about 1 – 2 litres in a day. However, in case of excess urination, a person may be urination about 3 litres in a day.

If you are a pre diabetic or have been having long standing diabetes, it is necessary that you check and monitor your blood glucose levels.

What causes excessive urination?

A major reason for increased urination can be excess sugar in the body. When sugar levels in the blood increase to higher levels, the entire amount is unable to be processed by the kidney. This causes some of the excess glucose to move into urine which results in increased water levels. Apart from frequent urination, this also leads to more volume of urine.

So now you would understand that people with diabetes may feel thirsty too but frequent urination is not caused because they drink more water but because the body is trying to get rid of the excess glucose in the blood.

For normal adults, this could be a sign of pre-diabetes. However, for people already diagnosed with diabetes (typ1 or Type 2) this is a major symptom of high blood sugar levels. At this time one should instantly check their levels and consult their health professional if levels are high.

High sugar levels in the body can also lead to urine infection which can also be a cause of frequent urination.

What can I do?

In case you suspect that you may be urinating more than usual, it is best to make a note of the amount of water you drink in a day and the frequency of urination for a few days. If this does not subside, it is advisable to check with your doctor. You will most likely be asked to get your blood sugar levels checked.

Keep in mind that diabetes and high blood sugar levels are largely caused due to an unhealthy lifestyle. Eating junk food, processed food with less physical activity can raise your blood sugar levels. To be healthy and keep your glucose levels normal, it is essential to exercise regularly meet a nutritionist and get a personal meal plan designed and meet the doctor to understand the best course of medication.

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