Definition
Waking from sleep to pass urine due to bladder, urine-production or sleep factors.
Symptoms
Repeated awakenings, fatigue and night-time fall risk.
How it may be discovered
Reported sleep disruption with or without other urinary symptoms.
When to seek care
Seek review for persistent or new symptoms, especially thirst, swelling, snoring or sleepiness.
Investigations and tests
Several-day timing and volume diary, medication review and targeted tests.
Reaching a diagnosis
Distinguish excess night-time urine, reduced bladder capacity and sleep disorders.
Treatment options
Adjust drink timing and medicines with the clinician and treat the cause; urine-reducing medicines require selection and monitoring.
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