2. Increased Urination Frequency
One of the defining clinical manifestations of a Urinary Tract Infection is an increased frequency of urination. This symptom is often accompanied by increased urgency during urination and especially by decreased urinary volume. Patients also commonly report feeling as if they are unable to completely void their bladders, which causes significant discomfort.
Although more than a few chemical or natural substances act as powerful diuretics that increase the production of urine, increased urinary frequency is most often associated with obstruction and inflammation of the urinary vesicles.
It is important to note that regarding urination, a normal frequency can be subjective. Additionally, various factors, such as levels of physical activity, environmental temperature, and total fluid ingestion, can dramatically impact the number of times a person urinates per day. Having said that, the vast majority of people urinate anywhere between 4 to 10 times a day. Exceeding this range may be an indication of the presence of a urinary tract infection, especially in the presence of other symptoms.
