What Does Frequent Urge To Urinate Indicate?

Posted on Wed, 18 Mar 2015

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Wed, 18 Mar 2015 Answered on

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Question : I'm 19 and keep going to the bathroom every 15 to 20 minutes it feels like I have to pee a lot but only a little comes out unless I put my mind to something else I don't know what's wrong I have unprotected sex a lot but I don't feel like I'm pregnant or won't know until my period comes in about a week

Answered by Dr. Ramadevi Wani (27 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It seems like you have urinary tract infection.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
I am Dr Ramadevi Wani. I will be answering your concerns today.

I read your notes. From your notes it seems like you have urinary tract infection. Do you have burning or pain while passing urine? Do you have vaginal discharge?
There is increased frequency of urination in early pregnancy also. But it does not occur to this extent (not every15-20 minutes). This sensation of incomplete emptying of bladder that you are experiencing does not occur in pregnancy.
Since you are having unprotected sex, chlamydia infection also needs to be considered. Visit your GP. After examining you the doctor will ask for urine culture sensitivity test to find out the organism causing infection and treat accordingly. It is good to be investigated for sexually transmitted diseases too.

Since you are having unprotected sex, there is a possibility of pregnancy occurring. If you miss your periods, get a pregnancy test done
I advise you to use barrier methods of contraception like condom to protect yourself from sexually transmitted diseases.
If you have any further queries, do contact me through Healthcare Magic.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj

Follow up: Dr. Ramadevi Wani (10 minutes later)

Im always with the same partner for the past 5 years ive had an urinary tract infection before but this time its different and doesnt burn or smell yes i have discharge but i dont know if its exactly and increase.

Answered by Dr. Ramadevi Wani (16 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
In all probability you have urinary tract infection.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

From your description it appears that in all probability you have urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor. This gives an opportunity to get examined for the discharge too.

If you have any further queries please write to me. I will be happy to answer.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj