(R33) Retention of urine
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Diagnosis retention of urine is diagnosed Men are 71.23% more likely than Women
Men receive the diagnosis retention of urine
5 590 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis retention of urine
2 561 (1.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease retention of urine - Men and Women aged 75-79
Disease Features retention of urine
Retention of urine - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - retention of urine
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Urine test
- Ultrasound of the urinary tract
- Intravenous pyelogram (IVP)
- Computed tomography (CT) scan
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Cystoscopy
- Urodynamic testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Prescribe medications to relax the bladder muscles and increase the urge to urinate.
- Prescribe medications to reduce the production of urine.
- Recommend lifestyle changes such as drinking plenty of fluids and avoiding caffeine.
- Suggest bladder retraining exercises to increase bladder control.
- Refer to a physical therapist for pelvic floor muscle exercises.
- Perform a procedure to insert a catheter to help drain urine.
- Perform a procedure to insert a stent to help keep the urethra open.
- Perform a procedure to insert a suprapubic catheter to help drain urine.
- Perform a procedure to insert a permanent urinary diversion to bypass the bladder.
- Perform a procedure to insert a urinary sphincter to help control the flow of urine.
Retention of urine - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease retention of urine
Bladder spasms
(Urinary spasms, Bladder contractions, Uterine contractions, Urinary cramps, Urethral spasms, Urethral contractions, Urinary convulsions, Bladder twitching, Uterine twitching, Urinary twitching)
Bladder spasms are a common symptom of urinary tract infections or other bladder problems. They are characterized by sudden, involuntary contractions of the bladder muscles that can cause pain and difficulty urinating. Symptoms may include a frequent and urgent need to urinate, a burning sensation d...
Anuria and oliguria
(Absence of urine, Decreased urine output, Low urine output, Reduced urine production, Suppressed urine production)
Anuria and oliguria are medical terms used to describe a decreased output of urine. Anuria is a complete absence of urine and oliguria is a decreased output of urine. These symptoms can be caused by a number of conditions, such as kidney failure, dehydration, or blockage in the urinary tract. Sympto...
Urinary retention
(Difficulty passing urine, Inability to urinate, Difficulty urinating, Inability to empty bladder, Incomplete bladder emptying, Urinary stasis, Retention of urine, Urinary obstruction, Urine retention)
Urinary retention is a condition in which an individual is unable to empty their bladder completely, resulting in an accumulation of urine in the bladder. Symptoms can include a feeling of fullness in the bladder, pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen, frequent urination, and difficulty passing ur...
Urinary incontinence
(Bladder control problem, Urinary leakage, Involuntary urination, Urge incontinence, Overactive bladder, Stress incontinence, Functional incontinence, Mixed incontinence)
Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control, resulting in the involuntary leakage of urine. It can range from mild to severe, and can manifest in different ways. Stress incontinence is the most common type, where physical activities such as coughing, sneezing, or laughing can cause leakage. ...
Lower abdominal pain
(Stomach ache, Abdominal discomfort, Abdominal cramps, Abdominal tenderness, Pelvic pain, Groin pain, Intestinal pain, Bellyache, Dyspepsia, Colic)
Lower abdominal pain is a common symptom experienced in the lower abdomen, just above the pubic bone. It can range from a dull ache to a sharp, stabbing sensation and can be short-lived or long-lasting. It may be accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, bloating, constipation, gas, an...
Pain in the pelvis
(Ache in the pelvis, Pelvic discomfort, Pelvic agony, Pelvic soreness, Pelvic hurt, Pelvic ache, Pelvic pain, Pelvic distress, Pelvic suffering, Pelvic anguish)
Pain in the pelvis is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, including inflammation, infection, trauma, and structural abnormalities. It can manifest as a dull ache, sharp pain, or cramping sensation. It can be localized to the lower abdomen...