There are multiple causes for frequent micturition which would require further investigations to confirm the underlying cause. Frequent micturition is seen in women in the following conditions:
- Drinking excess fluids
- Urinary tract, bladder and
kidney diseases: UTIs are commonly caused by bacteria getting into the urinary tract from sexual intercourse or improper wiping while using the toilet.
- Low estrogen levels: A woman's estrogen levels can be lower than normal for a variety of reasons, including genetics, hormone imbalances, eating disorders, chronic kidney disease, menopause, and excessive exercise. Women with low estrogen levels are also more prone to UTIs because of the thinning of their urethras.
- Certain medications: Medications that can have this effect include muscle relaxants, sedatives, and diuretics.
- Vaginitis: Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina that is another one of the reasons for excessive urination in women. Types of vaginitis are yeast infections, trichomoniasis, and bacteria vaginosis.
- Pregnancy and post child birth
- Anterior prolapse: This condition occurs when the tissue between the vaginal wall and bladder stretches and weakens causing the bladder to extend into the vagina.
- Bladder stones: Masses of minerals that form in the bladder are bladder stones,
- Sexually transmitted diseases: Chlamydia, trichomoniasis, and gonorrhea are common STDs that can cause women to urinate more often than normal.
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Diabetes: Frequent urination in women can be caused by both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
- Spinal cord diseases and injuries: Bladder problems are common among multiple sclerosis patients and include urgency of urination, an overactive bladder, and a bladder that does not fully empty.