How much water should you drink a day? | Urologist Debunks Health Myths

An “over sensitive” bladder can be a temporary reaction to drinking more liquid than you normally do in the day. However, if it becomes persistent or if you suffer bouts of incontinence, it’s wise to see your doctor for an accurate diagnosis and treatment. Myths about what normal bladder activity should be like are aplenty, but we consult our urologist to demystify what happens with an overactive bladder.

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Rena Malik, MD is a urologist and pelvic surgeon on youtube to educate people about all things urology including erectile dysfunction, how to increase testosterone, problems with sex, premature ejaculation, urinary leakage, or incontinence, overactive bladder, urinary tract infections, prostate issues and more.

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DISCLAIMER: This video is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this video is my personal opinion and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:37 MYTH#1 Drinking less water make you pee less often
01:25 MYTH#2 You need 8 glasses of water a day
03:37 MYTH#3 Leakage is important as women age
04:38 MYTH#4 Shower after sex to prevent UTI
05:13 MYTH#5 You get UTI from poor hygiene
06:01 Happy Bladder health month!

[drewneilon]

The best Dr. . She will go over all topics. Not scared to talk about any taboo topics. Which all doctors should take note of.

[CretiveOne]

I am very grateful for your channel Dr. Malik. Thank you ❤️

[warrenclarke]

I would so like to be able to find a urologist like you. You are a real gem. Thank you.

[douglasa.]

Thank you Dr. Malik for such great and informative information. Drinking 8 glasses of water daily seemed to be in excess to me for years.

[georgebanks]

Twelve Cups ! 5 day’s a week I do a three mile run - 100 crunches - 10 sets of ten pull ups (50), hour @ LA Fitness weights. So I drink 12- 14 cups of distilled water.(no alcohol-no beer), only black coffee (distilled water). Weekend no exercise - 8 cups water.

[ron]

I'm 73 y/o and have been told by GP's that seniors lose their signals to drink and therefor I must make sure I drink water during the day. I also am a type one diabetic, which I got when I was 4 year's old (69 years). So I do attempt to drink lots of water to continue to flush the kidneys which is a real concentrated chore every day.

[nde-mtyc]

And take care of yourself Because you are worth it...

[dynodave]

A wealth of knowledge Dr. Rena. Thanks for the info. You definitely rock...

[ivanhurst]

I always ♥ Dr.Malik comments it is in depth precise and comprehensive I love this doctor.

[wylinout]

I love this woman she's the best!!
Thx Doc 👍

[williamgieras]

I love Dr. Malik so much, best practitioner on the web.

[jonsterngold]

Something that I discuss with my patients who drink water all day (and pee all night) is that their drive to drink might not be due to the body's need for water, but to mitigate a dry mouth. You and I know that dry mouth is not the same as fluid balance thirst, but most people don't know that, and there are myriad reasons for dry mouth, medication being at the top of the list. Just another conversation to have with our bottle jon

[paulburnett]

I take my bladder with me everywhere I go!

[shonemarcus]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge in this priceless video. God bless you and your family. Dr. Rena.

[jdds]

This was incredibly informative. I wish my urologist gave me half this information.

[rontiemens]

One of the biggest improvements in my quality of life in the last two years has been the simple change of ditching the idiotic practice of slamming 8+ glasses of water per day. I’m no longer running to the bathroom constantly throughout the day, and not getting up to per 4-6+ times throughout the night. I only drink water now when I am THIRSTY. And as soon as I am no longer thirsty, I stop drinking the water, even if it means putting the glass down after 1 or 2 ounces. As a result, I am sleeping better and living better. Threw out my water bottles. I do not miss them AT ALL.

[namjotsingh]

Thank you for clearing the doubt of quantity of drinking water everyday.

[bmarvin]

I was told by my PCP to drink 8 glasses of water a day. So I drink 8 shot glasses a day! 😂 I have a friend that has 18oz ice tea glasses. He tries to drink 8 of those a day. In one of my son’s Playmobil sets, there is a plastic wine glass. Maybe I should drink 8 of those a day. The myth is very iffy also, because it uses the term “glasses” which is not a unit of measure! If such recommendation is made, it should be in ounces or liters (or ml).

Another possibly related myth is: “You should drink enough water so that your urine is clear, not yellow.” Dr. Malik, true or false? But one point of good advice is “Watch out were those Huskies go and don’t you eat that yellow snow.”

[soundslight]

I almost never feel thirsty as have a lot of coffee, tea, milk, fruit, soups or other food with high fluid contents.
When doing sports/exercise, travelling or visiting a hot country, I consciously force myself to drink a lot as I know I need extra hydration but when at home, I don't feel thirsty from one month to next and rarely drink water and am not suffering.
There are instances I have big thirst and have to drink copious amount of water.

[deepakpatil]

every episode is worth following, Dr. You are doing great job by doing, educating, and sharing your expertise through this. Thanks and keep the good work going. I must express you are beautiful.