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Timothy V Johnson1, Ammara Abbasi, Samantha S Ehrlich

  • 1Department of Urology, School of Medicine, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322, USA.

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|July 6, 2010
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Nocturia, or nighttime urination, is significantly linked to depression in men. Frequent nocturia episodes increase the risk of depression, suggesting it may serve as an early indicator for mental health evaluation.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Psychiatry
  • Men's Health

Background:

  • Nocturia and depression are prevalent conditions affecting men globally.
  • Both conditions are associated with inflammation and impact quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the correlation between nocturia and depression in a male patient cohort.
  • To determine if nocturia can serve as a predictor for depression in men.

Main Methods:

  • 547 male patients completed the American Urological Association Symptom Score (AUA-SS) and Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS).
  • Univariate analysis and binary logistic regression were employed to analyze data, controlling for demographics and quality of life.

Main Results:

  • 17.0% of participants screened positive for depression.
  • Patients with depression reported more frequent nocturia episodes (2.7 vs 1.9 per night).
  • 5+ nocturia episodes per night correlated with a 6.5-fold increased risk of depression (OR, 6.530; P <.001).

Conclusions:

  • A significant association exists between nocturia and depression in men.
  • Clinicians may consider nocturia as a potential predictor of depression.
  • Patients experiencing frequent nocturia warrant further mental health assessment.