Bladder sensitivity can be influenced by age, diet, and medical conditions. Caffeine acts as both a bladder irritant and diuretic. Stress can increase bladder sensitivity. Urinary tract infections can cause frequent urination. Constipation weakens bladder muscles and pelvic floor
Hematuria can be gross (visible) or microscopic (lab-visible). Blood appears pink, red or cola-colored. Bleeding is usually painless, but clots can cause pain
Assesses severity of urinary symptoms in BPH patients. Contains 7 questions about symptoms and quality of life. Scores range from 0 to 35, with 0 being asymptomatic
Polyuria means making more than usual urine, up to 15 liters daily. Normal adult urine output is 3 liters per day. Symptoms include frequent urination, increased thirst, and frequent nighttime awakenings
Enlarged prostate affects walnut-sized gland between penis and bladder. About half of men over 50 experience no symptoms. Treatment outcomes are usually good, but cancer risk requires attention
LUTS affects bladder, sphincter, urethra and prostate in men. Over 40% of older men are affected. Nocturia affects about 78% of older men