Waterworks quiz – should I see a doctor?

When you want to pee, is there a delay before you start?

A no
B sometimes
C usually

When you are peeing, does the flow stop and start?

A no
B sometimes
C usually

After you've finished, does a bit more trickle out?

A never
B sometimes
C usually

Has your urine stream become smaller or weaker?

A not really
B yes, a bit
C yes, a lot

Do you feel your bladder is not quite empty after you've finished?

A never
B sometimes
C usually

How many times do you have to get up in the night to pee?

A never
B 1–3 times
C 4 times or more

How many times do you pee during the day?

A 3–4 times
B 5–6 times
C 7 times or more

When you feel you want to pee, do you have to go straight away?

A never
B sometimes
C usually

Do you ever pass water when you don't mean to?

A never
B sometimes
C often

What does your score mean?

All A's:

This suggests you have no difficulty in passing water.

Mainly B's:

You appear to have regular difficulty in passing water. Talk to your doctor, there are things which could help.

Mainly C's:

Seek help from your doctor as soon as possible.


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