Why do you pee too much?

Frequent urination, also known as polyuria, can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

* Increased fluid intake: Drinking a lot of fluids, especially caffeinated or alcoholic beverages, can increase urine output.

* Medications: Certain medications, such as diuretics (water pills), can cause increased urination.

* Diabetes: Uncontrolled diabetes can lead to high blood sugar levels, which can cause the body to produce more urine in an attempt to get rid of the excess sugar.

* Diabetes insipidus: This is a rare condition that occurs when the body doesn't produce enough of the hormone vasopressin, which helps the kidneys regulate water reabsorption. Without enough vasopressin, the kidneys produce more urine than the body needs.

* Pregnancy: Increased hormone levels during pregnancy can cause the kidneys to produce more urine.

* Overactive bladder: This is a condition in which the bladder muscles contract too often, causing a frequent urge to urinate.

* Prostate problems: In men, an enlarged prostate can press on the urethra and block the flow of urine, which can lead to frequent urination.

* Kidney disease: Chronic kidney disease can damage the kidneys' ability to filter waste products from the blood, leading to increased urine output.