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Urology (Expert Forum)
Discomfort after urination
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
Kevin Pho, MD
Boston - MA
Questions in the Urology forum are answered by Dr. Stephen Liroff, affiliated with the Henry Ford Hospital. Topics covered include benign prostate disease, penis curvature, cystisis, kidney stones, pediatric urology, prostate, sexual dysfunction, urinary tract infections (UTI), and urological cancers.
Discomfort after urination
by rnridout, Jan 12, 2006 12:00AM
For a couple of years, I have had a blunt discomfort in my lower abdomen after urination. At times it is worse than others. It also seems that I have decreased urine stream at times. I have tested everything from my prostate to CT scans of the abdomen and so on. I have seen urologists who don't offer help. I have had several kidney stones over the years, and one was removed by going in through the ureter with a basket and then leaving in a stint temporarily. Could I be having complications from that procedure? I have heard of people developing scar tissue in the ureter. Is there anything else this might be?
Thanks,
RNR
Thanks,
RNR
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Jan 12, 2006 12:00AM
, Jan 12, 2006 12:00AM
I'm sure this has already been considered - but ensure that a cystoscopy as well as thorough evaluation of the prostate was considered (preferably with imaging, such as a transrectal ultrasound or an MRI).
If negative, you can consider looking for interstitial cystitis - which also may lead to your symptoms. A potassium sensitivity test can be done to evaluate for this possibility.
It may be possible that the symptoms can be caused from complications leading from the stent.
I would consider another urological opinion - preferably at a major academic medical center.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_b
If negative, you can consider looking for interstitial cystitis - which also may lead to your symptoms. A potassium sensitivity test can be done to evaluate for this possibility.
It may be possible that the symptoms can be caused from complications leading from the stent.
I would consider another urological opinion - preferably at a major academic medical center.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_b
