
Getting Up To Pee At Night? Urologist Explains How To Fix It
From Talking With Docs Podcast by Dr. Brad Weening and Dr. Paul Zalzal
February 23, 2026 · 20 min · Season 1 · Episode 172
About this episode
The episode discusses nighttime urination and its underlying causes, emphasizing that it may not be a normal part of aging.
📩 Contact us talkingwithdocs@gmail.com In this episode, the doctors break down nighttime urination, also known as nocturia, and explain why waking up to pee at night is more than just a bladder issue. Using insights discussed by Dr. Peter Incze, we explore how sleep, hormones, fluid balance, and underlying medical conditions all play a role. Many people assume this is a normal part of aging, but that is not always the case. You’ll learn: - What counts as normal vs excessive nighttime urination - How sleep disorders like sleep apnea can increase nighttime peeing - The role of hormones such as ADH in urine production - How heart, kidney, and prostate health affect night time urination - When nighttime urination should prompt medical evaluation - Practical steps that may help reduce nighttime bathroom trips If you’re waking up tired, frustrated, or assuming this is just something you have to live with, this episode explains what could actually be going on and when to seek help. 🎧 Listen on Your Favourite Platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OFxEjictC41CCS1z2AVKe Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/talking-with-docs/id1799242189 YouTube Music: TWD…
People in this episode
Hosts: Dr. Brad Weening, Dr. Paul Zalzal
Topics covered
- nocturia
- nighttime urination
- sleep disorders
- hormones
- medical evaluation
- urine production
Keywords
- nocturia
- nighttime urination
- sleep apnea
- ADH
- heart health
- kidney health
- prostate health
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