THE EFFECTS OF FLUID INTAKE HABITS OF THE HEALTHY YOUNG POPULATION ON URINARY SYMPTOMS

Abstract

Aim: The aim of this study is to evaluate of fluid intake habits and urinary symptoms in young, healthy population. Method: This study design was descriptive, cross-sectional type. A questionnaire was used to assess the fluid intake habits and The Urinary Symptom Profile (USP) (it is structure of 13 items in 3 dimensions: stress urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, and low stream). The study was completed by 602 university students. Results: The average daily fluid intake was >2 L/day for both genders. The gender difference in fluid intake was significant (p < 0.05). Male students were more than consumption of caffeinated drinks and alcohol. The urinary symptom profile score was stress urinary incontinence, overactive bladder and low stream 0.16, 2.41, 0.28 respectively. The male students compared to female students difference in stress urinary incontinence and low stream was found to be statistically significant (p < 0.05). Conclusion: In conclusion, fluid intake habits and urinary symptoms differ between genders in the healthy young population.