Uncover the connection between sleep apnea and peeing at night.
Learn about nocturia causes and find solutions for uninterrupted sleep.
Its a challenging disorder to diagnose because many of the symptoms happen when youre, well, asleep.
However, not everyone who wakes up to use the restroom has sleep apnea.
What is sleep apnea?
There are a few different types of sleep apnea, Dr. Smith says.
urology and women’s health specialist atAeroflow Urology
I would consider [sleep apnea] more of a disorder than a disability.
What are the symptoms of sleep apnea?
Snoring is the most stereotypical symptom of sleep apnea.
However, many women with sleep apnea dont snore.
Its estimated that50 million American adultssuffer from the condition, with only 10 million of those diagnosed.
Nocturia is often its own thing.
(More on that in a minute.)
(More urine equals a fuller bladder which equals more peeing during the night.)
Its Amazing How Its All Connected.
urology and women’s health specialist atAeroflow Urology
What are other causes of peeing in the middle of the night?
There are many other reasons someone might wake up frequently to pee, says Fosnight.
As we age, we dont get enough deep sleep which leaves us more susceptible to easy wakening.
However, it is important to discuss bladder health at your next check-upalong with any other observed symptoms.
Can sleep apnea cause bed wetting?
Diagnosis is super important for sleep apnea, says Dr. Smith.
Treatments are largely based on the key in of disorder you have, the severity, and your symptoms.
One popular form of treatment is called continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP).
How can I manage peeing during the night?
Any tips for helping me sleep better?
There are a variety of calming and sleeping apps that will help ready your body for nighttime.
Dr. Holliday-Bell also recommends soothing activities like taking a hot shower and reading a book.
Magnesium for sleepis also thought to be helpful.
More research is needed but it is thought to possibly play a role in the production of melatonin.
(And melatonin, ICYMI, is the stuff thatprimes your body for sleep.)
No matter whats going on, heres hoping you get a super restful night of sleep ASAP.
And in the meantime, check out these ways to help youfeel more awaketo get you through the workday.
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