Do you really know? Is it bad to hold in your pee?
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Oct 15, 2025 Ever wondered if holding in your pee is bad for you? It turns out various factors, from age to fluid intake, dictate how often we visit the restroom. Frequent urination can stem from hydration levels, pregnancy, or even emotional stress. Additionally, learn about the potential risks of holding it in, like urinary tract infections and bladder issues. The importance of consulting a GP for urinary concerns is also highlighted. It's a quick dive into a topic we all think about but rarely discuss!
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What Determines Urination Frequency
- Several factors influence how often we urinate, including age, bladder size, weather, medication, and fluid intake.
- On average people urinate four to seven times per day, though pregnancy increases frequency.
Bladder Capacity And Drinking Effects
- An adult bladder holds roughly 400–700 milliliters and drinking over 2 liters daily increases peeing frequency.
- Drinking a lot can cause a cycle of retained water, thirst, and producing over 2 liters of urine in 24 hours.
How UTIs Change Bathroom Habits
- Urinary tract infections often arise when gut bacteria enter the urethra and reach the bladder, altering urination frequency.
- UTIs can cause more frequent or sometimes less frequent peeing if urination is painful, plus other symptoms like cloudy or bloody urine.