Which symptom is commonly reported in urinary tract infections, including nocturia?

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In a urinary tract infection, bladder irritation and inflammation increase the urge to urinate, and this can happen during the night as well. Waking up to urinate (nocturia) is a common symptom because the infected bladder is more irritable and its capacity is effectively reduced, leading to frequent urges even after going to bed. Among the options, nocturia directly reflects this urinary tract involvement and is the symptom most consistent with UTIs. Joint pain, sneezing, and hearing loss are not typical features of urinary tract infections and point to other issues.