Do You Have a Sudden Urge to Pee?

Beautiful weather in Colorado is here! Warm weather is the best for getting outside to run, bike, hike, fish and other fun activities in our beautiful state. To keep you cool and hydrated, there is a greater need to drink fluids or eat high water content foods.

If you are someone that experiences a sudden urge to pee, peeing more frequently, leaking or pain in your lower abdomen, then you might have noticed worsening symptoms recently. Below is a list of drinks and/or fruits that can cause your bladder to be irritated and make even minor symptoms unpleasant:

• Alcoholic beverages

• Apples and apple juice

• Cantaloupe

• Carbonated beverages

• Coffee (including decaf)

• Grapes

• Peaches

• Pineapple

• Tea

• Tomatoes and tomato juice

One of the most common triggers is acidic foods, like tomatoes or orange juice. Another common trigger is coffee because of the caffeine. Sometimes chocolate can be a trigger as well because of the caffeine. The most important thing to remember is that everyone's triggers are different and eliminating one or two of the items from the list above might make all the difference. Make a food diary and see if you can narrow down any!

If you are still experiencing any leakage or a sudden urge to pee, then it's time to make an appointment for an evaluation. We are here to help with those issues as well as any pelvic floor or orthopedic needs! Call us today to set up a phone consultation, 720-500-7450.