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Behavioral and pelvic floor muscle training program improves nocturia in women after menopause

Behavioral and pelvic floor muscle training program improves nocturia in women after menopause

Posted by on May 16, 2021 in Nocturia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study compared the effects of behavioral and pelvic floor muscle training (B-PFMT) at home in women with nocturia and other urinary symptoms after menopause. Researchers suggested that B-PFMT programs are a good treatment option for these patients. Some background Urinary symptoms such as nocturia (waking up at night to...

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Medical conditions and medications my limit the use of desmopressin for nocturia

Medical conditions and medications my limit the use of desmopressin for nocturia

Posted by on Feb 27, 2021 in Nocturia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study investigated if people with nocturia (waking up at night to urinate) can take desmopressin acetate (Noctiva) medication. Researchers suggested that desmopressin may increase the risk of side effects in older adults with other medical conditions taking many medications. Some background Nocturia means waking up at night to...

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Desmopressin improves the outcomes of elderly patients with nocturnal polyuria

Desmopressin improves the outcomes of elderly patients with nocturnal polyuria

Posted by on Aug 9, 2020 in Nocturia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study investigated the short-term effectiveness and safety of desmopressin in elderly patients with nocturia (NOC; waking up at night more than one time to urinate). Researchers suggested that this drug might be a good and safe option for the treatment of these patients. Some background NOC can be caused by a variety of factors....

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Is sleep apnea a risk factor for nocturia?

Is sleep apnea a risk factor for nocturia?

Posted by on Jul 18, 2020 in Nocturia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study investigated the impact of age and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) on urinary symptoms. Researchers suggested that OSAS might be associated with nocturia (waking up at night to urinate) in younger adults. Some background OSAS occurs when the throat muscles, such as tongue and soft palate, temporarily relax during...

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Nocturia increases the risk of falls and fractures

Nocturia increases the risk of falls and fractures

Posted by on Jul 11, 2020 in Nocturia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study reviewed the association between nocturia and falls and fractures. Researchers suggested that nocturia is associated with a 1.2-fold increased risk of falls and a 1.3-fold increase in fractures. Some background Nocturia consists of waking up more than one time each night to urinate. It is one of the most common urinary...

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Salt intake is associated with nocturia in elderly men

Salt intake is associated with nocturia in elderly men

Posted by on Jul 5, 2020 in Nocturia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study investigated whether salt intake contributes to nocturia (excessive urination at night). Researchers suggested that salt intake is associated with nocturia in elderly men. Some background Among the elderly, the occurrence of nocturia is common. In men aged 70 years or older, one or more nocturia events are present in...

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Characterization of nocturia in patients with urinary symptoms

Posted by on May 2, 2020 in Nocturia | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study investigated the frequency, types, and predictive factors for nocturia (night-time urinating). Researchers suggested that nocturia is common in patients with urinary symptoms and causes significant bother. Some background Nocturia is a common urinary symptom. It increases with age and is present in around 70% of men and women...

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