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Frequent Urination and Kidney Disease

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Waking at night to urinate, or urinating much more than usual, can have many causes — including, in some cases, kidney problems.

Common causes

  • High blood sugar
  • Urinary infection
  • Prostate enlargement in men
  • Some medicines

Frequently asked questions

Is frequent urination a sign of kidney disease?

It can be, but it has many more common causes. A urine test and blood sugar check are the first steps.

Sources

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Educational only. This guide is general kidney-care information, not individual medical advice.