5 reasons why holding your pee for too long can be harmful to your health

Holding your pee occasionally may not cause harm, but regularly delaying urination for long periods can affect bladder health.

When urine remains in the bladder for extended periods, bacteria may have more time to multiply, which can increase the risk of urinary tract infections, especially in people who already have other risk factors.

Repeatedly stretching the bladder by regularly holding urine for very long periods may affect its ability to contract properly.