Urinary Obstruction
About the disease & condition
Urinary obstruction occurs when the flow of urine is blocked at any point in the urinary tract, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra. Causes include kidney stones, enlarged prostate, tumours, or strictures. This blockage can lead to pain, urinary retention, infections, or kidney damage if untreated. Early diagnosis through imaging and urine tests, along with proper management via medications, minimally invasive procedures, or surgery, is essential to relieve obstruction, restore normal urine flow, and protect kidney function.
Known Symptoms
- Difficulty starting urination ora weak urine stream.
- Reduced urine output or inability to urinate completely.
- Pain in the lower abdomen, back, or flank region.
- Frequent urinary tract infections or urgency to urinate.
Known Causes
- Kidney stones blocking urine flow in the urinary tract.
- Enlarged prostate or urethral strictures causing obstruction.
- Tumours in the bladder, ureters, or kidneys.
- Congenital urinary tract abnormalities restricting urine passage.
Care
- Take prescribed medications to relieve obstruction or infections.
- Undergo procedures like catheterisation, stone removal, or surgery.
- Monitor urine output and kidney function regularly.
- Seek urgent care for severe pain, sudden inability to urinate, or infection.
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