Is frequent urination before a period a common symptom, and why does it occur?

Frequent urination before a period can happen because of changes in hormones. These hormones can affect how the urinary tract works, making some women feel like they need to go to the bathroom more often.

Hormonal Impact

• Sex Hormones: Hormones like estrogen and progesterone change during the menstrual cycle. These changes can affect the bladder and the urethra, which is the tube that carries urine out of the body.
• Urinary Symptoms: As these hormone levels change, they can cause symptoms such as feeling like you need to urinate more often.

Menstrual Cycle and Urinary Symptoms

• During the menstrual cycle, especially before a period, some women may notice changes in how often they urinate. This is because of the way hormones affect the urinary system.

Understanding these changes can help women know that frequent urination before a period can be a normal response to hormonal fluctuations. If symptoms are bothersome or unusual, it’s always a good idea to talk to a healthcare provider.