Sleep is one of the body’s most essential restorative processes—but for people living with overactive bladder (OAB), restful sleep can feel frustratingly out of reach. Waking up multiple times a night with the sudden urge to urinate interrupts sleep cycles, increases daytime fatigue, and contributes to stress and reduced quality of life. What’s often underestimated is how deeply OAB affects not only nighttime comfort but also overall physical and mental health.
If you find yourself waking up repeatedly to go to the bathroom or lying awake worried you might need to get up soon, you’re not alone. Overactive bladder affects millions of adults of all ages, and nighttime symptoms—known as nocturia—are among the most disruptive.
This article explores how OAB interferes with sleep, why it happens, and evidence-based ways to improve nighttime rest.
