Irritative voiding syndrome is doctor-speak for “bladder on fire.” The lining or nearby nerves get cranky, so every drop of urine feels like a fire alarm. Burning leads the pack. It stings at the start of the stream and can echo for a few seconds after you finish. Urgency hijacks the day. A sudden “gotta go now” alarm hits, and the bathroom has to be within sprinting distance. Frequency follows. You go every hour or two, yet each trip is only a small, unsatisfying amount. Night trips multiply. Two or more awakenings become routine, even when you stop drinks hours... Learn more