Gopal Sharma Gopal Sharma Asked 9 months ago

What stage of kidney disease is frequent urination?

I've been waking up multiple times at night to use the restroom, more than usual. I'm getting a little worried about my kidneys. Does frequent urination indicate a specific stage of kidney disease?

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Meenakshi Sundaram Meenakshi Sundaram Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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When my son was having similar issues, we learned that frequent urination can happen in the early stages of kidney disease, like stage 1 or 2, as the kidneys try to compensate. It's always best to get a simple urine and blood test done to know for sure. Take care.

Sana Khan Sana Khan Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

I am also trying to understand this because my grandfather is visiting the washroom very often lately. Is this always a sign of early-stage kidney issues, or could it just be a normal infection or diabetes? Please let me know if we should see a specialist immediately.

Vijay Ranaut Vijay Ranaut Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Don't stress too much, frequent peeing can be due to many minor things like a UTI or just drinking more water. However, in kidney conditions, it can start in the early stages as the filters get irritated. Let's get a doctor's opinion and a quick test done to be absolutely safe.

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Lakshmi Narayanan Lakshmi Narayanan Joined May 2026 5 months ago

My grandmother used to say drinking coriander seed water helps soothe the bladder, but for chronic kidney issues, we must trust modern medicine. Frequent urination can happen in early stages, so it is best to visit a nephrologist for proper tests rather than waiting.

Gurpreet Singh Gurpreet Singh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Frequent urination can actually show up in early stages (1 or 2) as well as late stages of kidney disease. If it's accompanied by tiredness or swelling, you need to act fast. Get a creatinine test done first, and cut down on extra sodium in your meals right away.

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Rahul Bose Rahul Bose Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Having to run to the restroom every hour is such a buzzkill when you are trying to enjoy a good meal out with friends. This can happen in early kidney stages, but honestly, it could just be too much tea or coffee. Get it checked so you can eat and drink in peace!

Anjali Deshmukh Anjali Deshmukh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Haan na, frequent urination is so irritating and disrupts sleep also. It can be an early warning sign in stage 1 or 2 itself, but sometimes it is just a bladder infection. Better to consult a doctor and clear the doubt, na.

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