Too much fluid

Everyone needs to drink enough fluid, but too much can make bladder problems worse. How much you need to drink depends on your health, your activities and where you live.

For those who get up several times at night to urinate:

• Drink more fluids in the morning and afternoon, not at night. Stop drinking a few hours before bedtime.
• Skip alcohol. Limit drinks with caffeine, such as coffee, tea and cola. They can cause you to urinate more.
• Know that foods such as soup add to the total amount of fluids.