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Urology (Expert Forum)
Atonic Bladder
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
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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.
Atonic Bladder
by sron, Dec 28, 2003 12:00AM
On 11/26/03 I had a TURP procedure (urinary retention). I have not been able to urinate since this procedure. I self cathererize 4 times daily for the past 4+ weeks. Is it unusual to go this long without urinating? How long should I reasonably expect to wait before urinating? Will uninating resume after such a long delay?
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Jan 04, 2004 12:00AM
, Jan 04, 2004 12:00AM
Urinary retention is one of the more common short-term side effects after the TURP. After the catheter is removed, patients often experience some pain or sense of urgency as the urine passes over the surgical wound. These sensations gradually subside. Complete healing takes about two months.
However, if you are not able to urinate after 4+ weeks, this does seem to be an extended period of time. I would suggest seeing your urologist to ensure there was no further complication from the procedure.
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.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.
However, if you are not able to urinate after 4+ weeks, this does seem to be an extended period of time. I would suggest seeing your urologist to ensure there was no further complication from the procedure.
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.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.
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by kevinmd, Dec 28, 2003 12:00AM
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