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Why do i urinate so much when i'm pms-ing?

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It's called: Hormonally induced diuresis.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 10/25/2018

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Hormonal changes: Progesterone can impact female lower urinary tract function.

Dr Singh and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 10/30/2018

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