Urinary Retention

Urinary Retention

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  • Treatment
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    • What is urinary retention?

    Urinary retention is the inability to empty the bladder completely. It may occur suddenly or develop gradually over time. Retention can cause discomfort, urinary symptoms, and complications if left untreated.

    Appointment Information

    If you are a patient looking to receive kind and compassionate care at the leading urologic practice in Michigan, call 734–936–7030 to make an appointment.

    If you are a provider looking to refer a patient, please call M-Line: 800-962-3555.

    What are the symptoms of urinary retention?

    Symptoms may include:

    • Difficulty starting urination
    • Weak or interrupted urine stream
    • A feeling of incomplete bladder emptying
    • Frequent urination in small amounts
    • Lower abdominal discomfort or pressure
    • In severe cases, inability to urinate

    How is urinary retention diagnosed?

    Your doctor will diagnose urinary retention by reviewing your symptoms, performing a physical exam, and measuring how much urine remains in the bladder after voiding. Additional tests may be done to evaluate bladder function or identify obstruction.

    How is urinary retention treated?

    Treatment depends on the cause and severity of retention. Options may include catheterization, medications, or procedures to relieve obstruction or improve bladder emptying. Care is individualized for each patient.

    Locations
    • Urology Clinic | Brighton Center for Specialty Care 7500 Challis Rd
      Entrance 1, Level 2
      Brighton, MI 48116-9416       Get Directions
    • Urology Clinic | Chelsea Professional Office Building Floor 1 Ste 101
      Chelsea Multispecialty Clinic
      Chelsea, MI 48118-1801       Get Directions
    • Urology Clinic | Northville Health Center 39901 Traditions Dr
      Floor 2
      Northville, MI 48168-9493       Get Directions
    • Urology Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
      Floor 2 Reception C
      Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5330       Get Directions
    • Urology Clinic | West Ann Arbor Health Center-Parkland Plaza 380 Parkland Plaza Ste 210
      Floor 2
      Ann Arbor, MI 48103-6201       Get Directions
    • Urology Clinic | West Shore Urology 1301 Mercy Dr
      Muskegon, MI 49444-1837       Get Directions
    • Urology Clinic | Ypsilanti Health Center 300 W Michigan Ave Ste 4000
      Ypsilanti, MI 48197-5443       Get Directions

    Doctors

     Search for a U-M Health doctor     Casey Andrew Dauw, MD

    Casey Andrew Dauw, MD

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Urology

    Wilson Sui, MD

    Wilson Sui, MD

    Clinical Assistant Professor

    Urology

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