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Watchful waiting for nocturia

If your nocturia symptoms are mild and not bothersome, your doctor may suggest watchful waiting. This means monitoring your symptoms over time without immediate treatment.

What is watchful waiting?

Watchful waiting means keeping an eye on a condition without starting treatment right away.

With watchful waiting, you and your doctor keep track of how often you wake up during the night to pee and see if things improve or get worse over time.

If the symptoms start bothering you more or affecting your daily life, your doctor may suggest treatments like changing some habits, medications, or other options to help treat nocturia.

This chapter contains general information about the treatment of nocturia. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always consult your doctor or healthcare provider for guidance on your individual medical situation.

Last updated: August 2025

Reviewed by:

  • Dr. Paolo Geretto (YAU Working Group on Functional Urology)
  • Mr. Tomasz Michalek (Patient Office EPAG)