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Holding urine is a very common phenomenon in our daily life, and many people have experienced it. However, did you know that holding your urine regularly can have a range of negative effects on your health? Today, we will take a look at this topic, hoping that everyone can pay enough attention to it and change bad habits in time.
First, let's understand how holding urine works. The human urinary system is mainly composed of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. The kidneys are responsible for filtering waste and excess water from the blood, forming urine, which is then transported through the ureters to the bladder. The bladder is a muscle pouch that has the function of storing urine. When urine accumulates in the bladder to a certain level, we produce the urge to urinate, which is a signal from the brain to the bladder to be full. Normally, we urinate in time to get urine out of our body.
However, in some cases, people deliberately hold back their urine, which is what we call holding urine. There are many reasons to hold urine, such as meetings, exams, car rides, etc., and sometimes even personal habits. Holding urine for a short period of time may not have much effect on the body, but if you hold urine frequently for a long time, it may cause a series of problems.
First of all, holding urine regularly can cause irritation to the bladder. The bladder is a muscular organ, and when urine stays in the bladder for a long time, it can compress the bladder wall, causing the bladder muscles to become relaxed. In the long run, the storage function of the bladder will be weakened, and the capacity will be reduced, which is what we often call "bladder shrinkage". Severe bladder shrinkage can lead to bladder insufficiency and even the need for surgery**.
Secondly, holding urine for a long time may also lead to urinary tract infections. Urine stays in the bladder for a long time, providing a good breeding environment for bacteria. Bacteria multiply easily in the urine and can lead to urinary tract infections once the bladder's defense mechanisms are compromised. Urinary tract infection is a common disease, with symptoms including frequent urination, urgency, painful urination, and even systemic symptoms such as fever and chills in severe cases.
In addition, holding urine too often can cause damage to the kidneys. The kidneys are vital organs in the human body and are responsible for filtering waste and excess water from the blood. When urine stays in the bladder for a long time, the pressure on the kidneys increases, which can lead to impaired kidney function over time. In severe cases, it may even cause diseases such as nephritis and kidney stones.
In addition to the above-mentioned physical problems, holding urine regularly may also have an impact on mental health. Holding urine for long periods of time can lead to emotional stress, anxiety, and even affect sleep quality. Some people experience problems such as difficulty concentrating and low work efficiency when holding urine, which may be related to bladder irritation.
So, how do you avoid holding your urine too often? First of all, we need to develop good urination habits and try to urinate every once in a while to avoid a full bladder for a long time. Secondly, drinking water in moderation is also an important way to prevent holding urine. Adequate hydration can help dilute urine and reduce the growth of bacteria. In addition, for some behaviors that can easily lead to holding urine, such as driving for a long time, watching movies, etc., we should try to adjust the time and avoid staying in the same position for a long time.
In conclusion, holding urine regularly may have a series of negative effects on our physical health. For the sake of our physical and mental health, we hope that everyone can develop good urination habits and change the bad habit of holding urine in time. From now on, let's focus on bladder health and enjoy a good life!
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