Author name: Dr Nitesh Jain

Most people know that eating too much salt is bad for the heart — but far fewer realize how strongly sodium affects the urinary system. From kidney stones and urinary infections to bladder irritation and high blood pressure damaging the kidneys, salt plays a surprisingly powerful role in urology. Let’s explore how sodium quietly influences […]

As we age, our bodies change — and so does our urinary system. Many people over 40 start noticing subtle bladder changes like more frequent urination, nighttime bathroom visits, urgency, or occasional leakage. While these issues are common, they are not inevitable. With the right daily habits and timely urological care, you can maintain a

A Urological Perspective on Bathroom Avoidance For many people, using a public restroom is a minor inconvenience. For others, it is a source of anxiety, discomfort, and even physical distress. Avoiding public restrooms is more common than we think, and while it often starts as a psychological response, it can develop into a urological problem

When people think about bladder problems, they usually think of urgency, frequent urination, or incontinence. These symptoms are commonly associated with overactive bladder. However, there is another condition that is far less understood, frequently overlooked, and often misdiagnosed — Underactive Bladder (UAB). Underactive bladder is a condition characterized by reduced bladder muscle activity, leading to

Have you ever noticed that you use the restroom more frequently when traveling, hiking in the mountains, spending time in cold places, or even visiting certain cities? While it may feel coincidental, your urinary habits are deeply influenced by geography. Climate, altitude, culture, diet, and even infrastructure all shape how often and when people urinate.

Many people accept frequent urination and sudden urgency as an inevitable part of getting older. “It’s just age,” they tell themselves. While age can play a role, this explanation is often incomplete — and sometimes dangerously misleading. In reality, urinary frequency and urgency are symptoms, not diagnoses. They can be early warning signs of underlying