How Can The Frequent Urge To Urinate Be Managed When I Am On Medication For Type 2 Diabetes?

Posted on Thu, 3 Feb 2022

Question: I am 85years old in general good health except for Type 11 diabetes. I had 2 urine tests, both show nothing (no infection) I exercise for 30 minutes 6 days a week. Heart is great ! Why am I experiencing

more frequent urination urges . Urine clear in color and normal in quantity. I generally feel well & hardly
my age of 85.

PSA always under 2. Currently 1.9.

Answered by Dr. Mirjeta Guni (57 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
About frequent urination causes;

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

As you have type 2 Diabetes, first you need to be sure that the glucose level is within the recommended normal ranges for your age.
High glucose levels can cause frequent urination.
Secondly, PSA excludes malignancy of prostate gland, but an ultrasound will be helpful to exclude an enlargement of the gland ( prostate hypertrophy).
These are the first common causes to be excluded.
Than, diabetic neuropathy ( a chronic complication of Diabetes) is usually manifested with frequent urination.

Please, try to inform further about the above mentioned causes.
Will be a pleasure to help you.
Best wishes,
Dr.Mirjeta

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Mirjeta Guni (10 hours later)

Bp 124/68, No elevated temp. At this point do I need to see a Urologist ? Don

Answered by Dr. Mirjeta Guni (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, urologist is needed:

Detailed Answer:
Hi again,
You need to keep monitoring the glucose levels and see an urologist for an ultrasound of the urinary tract.
Wish you good health.
Best wishes,
Dr.Mirjeta

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng