What causes excessive gas and frequent urination?

Category: Urology July 8, 2020 Author: Dr. Shalabh Agrawal

Do you find yourself walking to the bathroom more often than usual to relieve yourself? Or are you passing a lot more gas than you normally would? You could be dealing with frequent urination and excessive gas formation in your body.

These disruptive conditions can put you under stress but can also be managed with the right approach. By identifying the cause of frequent urination, you can put an end to the frequent inconvenience.

This article provides a window to understand the main cause of excess gas and urination for effective treatment of the underlying problem.

What are the causes of frequent urination?

If you need to urinate more than usual, it may surmount into a cause of worry. The issue can occur with men, women and even children but certain conditions enlarge its possibility in some people.

A normal person pees for up to 8 times a day. Anything more than that can be termed as frequent urination. It could be related to the kidneys, bladder, or urethra, which together form the urinary tract.

Any irritation, injury, disease or infection in the bladder can cause the urge to pee. This effect on the bladder can also result from changes related to nerves and tissues in the urinary tract.

Excessive peeing can be caused by certain diseases, such as:

Anxiety disorders
Bladder stones
Diabetes
Kidney infections
Prostatitis
Urinary incontinence

You may want to consider these additional conditions which can be causing excessive urination.

Pregnancy
Enlarged prostate
Suffering from a stroke
Development of a pelvic tumour
Inflammation of the vagina
Radiation therapy in the pelvic region

But sometimes, an external factor tends to cause these bladder issues. The use of diuretics which remove extra salt through urine from the body could trigger increased urine production. Even the consumption of excessive caffeine and alcohol could be the reason for frequent urination.

Is it serious?

Depending on the reason, you could face one or more symptoms which can indicate the presence of a serious medical condition in your body.

If you notice any of these red flags, you should seek immediate medical attention:

Discomfort and pain at the time of urinating
An intense urge to urinate
Change in the usual colour of the urine
Losing control over bladder function

If you have a family history of diabetes and experience excessive thirst along with frequent urination, you should get your symptoms checked out.

How do you treat it?

You will have to consider the intake of any medicines, amount of fluid intake and consumption of caffeine and alcohol before deciding if it is a case of frequent urination with you.

If you still face difficulties with urination, you can always take a test to determine the same. Once you have identified what causes excessive urination, you will be able to control it to some extent, without medical interference.

In general, it is recommended to follow these tips to avoid putting unnecessary pressure on your bladder:

Avoid wearing tight clothes
Don’t drink coffee or alcohol
Drink water in small sips
Refrain from holding your pee in

Also, read: Common Causes of Frequent Urination in Men

When does excessive gas form in the body?

Have you been feeling a bloated sensation in your body and wondering why you have so much gas building up inside it? There are reasons for excessive gas which can cause severe discomfort in the body, if not released in the same proportion as it is produced.

Excessive gas can result from:

In the upper intestinal tract due to swallowing air in excess while eating, overeating, chewing gum and smoking.
In the lower intestinal tract due to overconsumption of certain foods, lack of proper digestion, or a fall in the normal count of bacteria

Disorders such as:

Celiac disease
Eating disorders
Diabetes
Lactose intolerance
Peptic ulcer
Gastroparesis

Eating foods such as beans, lentils, bran, dairy products, fructose, carbonated beverages, cabbage, cauliflower, sprouts, etc. can also lead to gas buildup.

Is it serious?

While it feels uncomfortable and embarrassing around other people, the release of gas from the body is merely a sign of proper functioning of the digestive system in your body. But if you are farting more than 15 times a day, it is a sure sign of excessive gas formation in your body.

On its own, it is rare for intestinal gas to cause any major problem in the body. It’s normal to experience a sharp pain in the abdomen every once in a while. However, if you find that the pain is unbearable, you should seek medical attention.

How do you treat it?

Certain changes, such as the inclusion of exercises and yoga, can help in limiting the blockage of gas in the body and help release it. At the same time, changes in dietary habits can be beneficial for the body to reduce the formation of gas. Severe persistence of gas in the body warrants seeking medical advice, though.

FAQs

Ques 1: Why am I urinating so much all of a sudden?

Ans: There are often several but manageable reasons why you may be urinating in excess all of a sudden. A disease that affects the urinary tract of a person is most likely to be the cause of frequent urination.

Ques 2: Why do I have so much gas all the time?

Ans: The causes of excessive farting can include intolerance to certain food items or underlying conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome. Identifying the cause of excess gas is key to solving the underlying issues.

In conclusion

After identifying what causes excessive gas and frequent urination in your body, you must take precautionary measures to limit these incidences. However, some unforeseeable situations can demand medical attention in some severe cases.

If you find yourself in frequent discomfort and pain due to excessive formation of gas and frequent urination, it is best to seek medical treatment.