Nocturia

Curr Urol Rep. 2016 Oct;17(10):77. doi: 10.1007/s11934-016-0632-0.

Abstract

A 52-year-old man complains of minor urgency and frequency during the day and nocturia × 3-5. His DRE reveals a 30-g benign prostate. He is started on tamsulosin, and his daytime symptoms resolve entirely; however, he still has nocturia × 2-4. He is counseled on lifestyle modifications and to decrease fluid consumption including caffeine but has no improvement in nocturia. Cystoscopy is normal with no evident visual obstruction. A urinalysis is normal. The PVR is 40 ml. He has a normal-sized neck and does not snore. He has no trouble sleeping and awakens because of the urge to void. This is very bothersome.

Keywords: Case report; Cystoscopy; Nocturia.

Publication types

  • Clinical Conference

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Muscarinic Antagonists / therapeutic use
  • Nocturia / etiology
  • Nocturia / prevention & control*

Substances

  • Muscarinic Antagonists