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Urination - excessive volume

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Illustrations

Female urinary tract
Female urinary tract
Male urinary tract
Male urinary tract

Alternative Names    Return to top

Polyuria

Definition    Return to top

Excessive volume of urination means that you release abnormally large amounts of urine each day. The medical term for this condition is polyuria. 

Considerations    Return to top

An excessive volume of urination for an adult would be at least 2.5 liters of urine per day.

Polyuria is a fairly common symptom, which is often noticed when you have to get up to use the bathroom at night.

Causes    Return to top

Home Care    Return to top

Intake and output of fluids should be monitored. Record daily weights at the same time(s) and on the same scales.

When to Contact a Medical Professional    Return to top

What to Expect at Your Office Visit    Return to top

The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask you questions about your symptoms, including:

Diagnostic tests that may be performed include:

Update Date: 6/13/2006

Updated by: Neil D. Sherman, MD, Urologist, Essex County, NJ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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