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For the past several months, whenever I've been under a tremendous amount of self-induced stress, I've noticed that I've had to urinate consistently, and I never seem to get the pipe drained. This has caused cramps, discomfort, and has me worried. When I'm not under stress, though, I notice that the problem goes away.
Do you think this is a psychological thing or something I need to talk to a doctor about? Anyone else have these issue? |
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Poohbah
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I have irregularity problems of both kinds caused by stress, and then it seems the irregularity causes even more stress. Seeing an urologist should help determine whether there is a physical problem of some kind, and reducing stress always helps in many ways.
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Hi, AsaBoxofRocks. I think most of us pee more when we're stressed, so part of it might be that. But the other symptoms lead me to think you need to see a doctor and maybe then referred to a urologist.
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I have bladder issues due to med side effects. Not sure if you are on any meds.
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I have to pee A LOT. I attribute it to a combination of anxiety and med side effects.
I don't have cramping or pain, though. You might need a medication for overactive bladder, or one that helps you to void completely. You probably should mention this to your doctor. |
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I can get that from Ritalin. Many other meds can cause the same thing. Also some med combos can, even if taken separately the meds do not.
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Are you on lithium? Have you had your blood tested regularly?
I was just diagnosed with 'diabetes insipidus' which was directly caused by lithium. It is a kidney condition. It is characterized by peeing a lot (which appears diluted). You will feel dehydrated more often than usual too, feeling the need to hydrate frequently. The condition cannot be reversed however the treatment is basically drinking a lot of water. Unfortunately, there is nothing you can do about the active bladder. |
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I have an overactive bladder thanks to meds. I feel your pain. I have to wear diapers some days because the urges are too frequent and come out of no where. I have seen my PCP and my psych and neither one wants to contribute it to meds but something nerve related, however it didn't start until I was on the abilify injection. I have since stopped the injection but my bladder is the same. ugh.
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I'm not on any medications, folks. I haven't had this issue since Monday, and Monday I had my last final exam. I guess it only happens when I'm under pressure.
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I would check out a doctor.. you know, just to be sure
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It could be some underlying problem for something else. Now, I can stand in front of the john for a dribble. I never feel like I get everything out but I have a lot of prostate and colon cancer on my side of the family. I want to know but I don`t want to know. I have signed DNR`s so I am sure reusing treatment would be covered.
If you at least do one thing, have your blood sugar checked. It can make you drink a gallon of water a day and you feel like you are getting rid of 3! I would see a doctor for sure, just to make sure everything is ok. |
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If you are not already taking something, maybe try some Doxazosin. A doc had given me 4mg for my hypertension, but then I also discovered a better flow and another doc said that means my prostate problem is benign. Today I take 8mg and all seems well for now.
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Most of mine is from the diabetes (Type 2) and all of the opiates I have to take everyday. Pain doc said if I quit taking them, my pain level would be off the chart.
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