Nocturia – going to the toilet at night

Nocturia is when you have to wake up at night to do a wee. The fact sheet covers what causes nocturia and how to treat it.

Nocturia (getting up at night to do a wee) is a common problem. It is more common in older people. This fact sheet outlines the common causes of nocturia as well as:

  • what to do if you have it
  • how to treat it
  • where to get help

Nocturia – going to the toilet at night

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Fact sheet
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General public
Language:
English

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