I. Introduction.
Holding urine refers to the act of not urinating in time when you feel the urge to urinate, but choosing to tolerate or delay urination. This behavior is quite common in daily life, and many people choose to hold their urine for work, Xi or other reasons. However, holding urine regularly may cause some harm to our physical health. This article will detail the four harms that may be brought about by holding urine frequently, and remind everyone to pay attention to it.
2. Four hazards that may result from holding urine frequently.
Urinary tract infections. Urinary tract infections are one of the common hazards of holding urine frequently. When we hold it, water stays in the bladder for too long, increasing the chances of bacteria breeding. Bacteria can enter the bladder through the urethra and multiply there, causing urinary tract infections such as cystitis, urethritis, etc. These infections can cause symptoms such as urinary frequency, urgency, painful urination, and in severe cases, kidney infections.
Impaired bladder function.
Holding urine often can lead to impaired bladder function. Normally, the bladder should be able to contract and relax in time to expel urine. However, holding urine for a long time can cause the bladder muscles to overstretch and lose their original elasticity. This can lead to weakened bladder contractility, difficulty urinating, and even serious problems such as urinary retention.
Kidney problems. The kidneys are vital organs of the excretory system, responsible for filtering waste and excess water from the blood and converting it into urine for excretion. Holding urine too often can cause urine to stay in the bladder for too long, increasing the chance of bacteria that can retrograde into the kidneys and cause kidney infections. In addition, long-term urine holding may also lead to an increase in the burden on the kidneys and affect the normal function of the kidneys.
Emotional problems. Holding urine too often can also have a negative impact on our mood. The discomfort and nervousness of holding urine can lead to anxiety, irritability, and other negative emotions. In the long term, it can also lead to more serious psychological problems, such as depression.
3. How to avoid the harm caused by holding urine frequently.
Urinate in a timely manner. The first way to avoid the dangers of holding urine too often is to urinate in a timely manner. When there is a urge to urinate, you should go to the toilet immediately to urinate and avoid tolerating or delaying urination. Especially at work, Xi or other important occasions, you should arrange your time reasonably to ensure that you can urinate in time.
Maintain moisture balance.
Maintaining water balance is also very important to avoid holding urine too often. We should drink enough water every day to ensure the production and excretion of urine. At the same time, avoid drinking too much or too little water to avoid unnecessary strain on the bladder and kidneys.
Pay attention to personal hygiene.
Paying attention to personal hygiene is also an important measure to avoid bladder problems. We should keep ** clean, change underwear every day, avoid using unclean toilets or bath towels, etc. In addition, it is also advisable to urinate and clean** promptly after sex to reduce the risk of infection.
Exercise and eat a healthy diet.
Exercising and eating a healthy diet can also help avoid the dangers of holding urine regularly. Proper exercise can enhance the function of the bladder and kidneys, improve the body's immunity, and reduce the risk of infection. At the same time, a healthy diet can provide enough nutrients and hydration to maintain good health.
IV. Conclusions. Holding urine regularly can cause several harms to our physical health, including urinary tract infections, impaired bladder function, kidney problems, and emotional problems. In order to avoid these harms, we should urinate in a timely manner, maintain water balance, pay attention to personal hygiene, strengthen exercise, and eat a healthy diet. These measures can help us maintain good health and reduce unnecessary risks.