Nocturia, the phenomenon of waking up in the middle of the night to urinate, has sparked various responses from readers, reflecting their personal experiences and offering valuable insights and suggestions on how to manage it.
One reader, a woman in her late 60s, expressed irritation and concern regarding the medicalization of nocturia. She pointed out that experiencing nocturia multiple times a night has been a lifelong norm for her, as it is for many individuals, especially as they age. She highlighted the potential risks of problematizing nocturia, such as dehydration and confusion in the elderly, as seen in the case of her nonagenarian neighbor.
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