Definitions for urinary retention
uri·na·ry re·ten·tion

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1. urinary retentionnoun

   holding urine in the urinary bladder

   "he has a problem with urinary retention"

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1. Urinary retention

   Urinary retention is an inability to completely empty the bladder. Onset can be sudden or gradual. When of sudden onset, symptoms include an inability to urinate and lower abdominal pain. When of gradual onset, symptoms may include loss of bladder control, mild lower abdominal pain, and a weak urine stream. Those with long-term problems are at risk of urinary tract infections.Causes include blockage of the urethra, nerve problems, certain medications, and weak bladder muscles. Blockage can be caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), urethral strictures, bladder stones, a cystocele, constipation, or tumors. Nerve problems can occur from diabetes, trauma, spinal cord problems, stroke, or heavy metal poisoning. Medications that can cause problems include anticholinergics, antihistamines, tricyclic antidepressants, cyclobenzaprine, diazepam, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), amphetamines, and opioids. Diagnosis is typically based on measuring the amount of urine in the bladder after urinating.Treatment is typically with a catheter either through the urethra or lower abdomen. Other treatments may include medication to decrease the size of the prostate, urethral dilation, a urethral stent, or surgery. Males are more often affected than females. In males over the age of 40 about 6 per 1,000 are affected a year. Among males over 80 this increases 30%.

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1. urinary retention

   Urinary retention is a medical condition characterized by the inability to completely or partially empty the bladder. It can be an acute or chronic condition with symptoms including discomfort, pain in the lower abdomen, or bloatedness, and can lead to complications if not treated.

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1. Urinary retention

   Urinary retention, also known as ischuria, is a lack of ability to urinate. It is a common complication of benign prostatic hyperplasia, though it can also be caused by: ⁕Nerve dysfunction ⁕Tethered spinal cord syndrome ⁕Constipation ⁕Infection ⁕Medications. Diagnosis and treatment may require a catheter or prostatic stent.

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1. Urinary Retention

   Inability to empty the URINARY BLADDER with voiding (URINATION).

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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