Published on: 5/21/2025
Why Do I Wake Up From Sleep to Pee?
Waking up to pee at night can be due to a condition called nocturnal polyuria, where your body makes too much urine during the night.
Explanation
Waking up at night to urinate, also known as nocturia, can be caused by a condition called nocturnal polyuria. This condition involves the body producing an excessive amount of urine during the nighttime. According to the study by Asplund, nocturnal polyuria syndrome (NPS) can be a significant factor in nighttime urination.
Other factors, such as sleep disorders, may also play a role. For example, the study by Miyauchi and colleagues suggests that conditions like sleep apnea, which can be treated with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), might affect nighttime urination patterns.
Understanding the underlying cause is important, as it can help in finding the right solution. If you are experiencing frequent nighttime urination, it might be helpful to discuss this with a healthcare provider who can explore these potential causes further.
(References)
- Asplund R. (1995). The nocturnal polyuria syndrome (NPS). General pharmacology, 7590108.
- Miyauchi Y, Okazoe H, Okujyo M, Inada F, Kakehi T, Kikuchi H, et al. (2015). Effect of the continuous positive airway pressure on .... Urology, 25623679.
- Mathew RJ, Wilson WH, Humphreys D, Lowe JV, & Wiethe KE. (1992). Middle cerebral artery velocity during upright posture after .... Acta psychiatrica Scandinavica, 1529742.
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