How Many Times Is It Normal to Wake Up at Night to Urinate? Doctors Explain by Age

4. Empty your bladder before bed.
Make using the bathroom part of your bedtime routine. If you often feel that your bladder has not emptied fully, mention this to your clinician.

5. Keep a simple bladder diary.
For three days, record when you drink, what you drink, when you urinate, how often you wake, and whether you pass a small or large amount. This information can help a clinician identify patterns.

6. Discuss leg swelling with your healthcare professional.
Fluid that collects in the legs during the day can return

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