There are few things more natural than the need or urge to urinate, and the need and frequency vary from person to person. Even on a daily basis, it will normally range between four to eight times depending on liquid intake and exercise. It is difficult to state just how frequent is frequent urination, but as a general rule: an overactive bladder (OAB) is the urge to urinate or use the toilet at a frequency greater than what you are accustomed to or more than eight times a day. This can affect bedtime behavior, as well as interrupt daily activities.
Aside from interrupting activities and lifestyle, a change in urination frequency can signify a medical condition. The cause of frequent urination can be associated with diabetes, urinary tract infections, enlarged prostate, pregnancy, or interstitial cystitis. High blood pressure medication also has a diuretic quality that will flush excess liquids from the body.
This page is intended for Earth Clinic readers to submit their remedies for an overactive bladder.
While we are still gathering cures, a few users have suggested baking soda and cayenne pepper (not together) help with frequent urination issues.
Have a home remedy for frequent urination? Please feel free to share your experience here!
