Question 1

can an irritation on the urethral opening that causes symptoms such as weak urine flow & incomplete bladder emptying last 2 weeks and longer? i've been told my symptoms could be due to irritation but is it normal for irritation to last this long?

Accepted Answer

Not urethral: In my opinion your symptoms are more characteristic of bladder outlet obstruction or a neurogenic bladder disorder. Urethral irritation usually causes urinary frequency in small amounts often along with burning or other discomfort during urination. A urologist is best to evaluate you and order appropriate testing. If you've already seen one, get a second opinion from another urologist.

Question 2

is incomplete emptying feeling a sign of an over active bladder?

Accepted Answer

Yes, can be: This is one possible symptom.  Consult with a urogynecologist or urologist.

Question 3

what is the cause of me not being able to empty my bladder completely?

Accepted Answer

Need Urol eval: Can not really tell you over the computer.  You need an evaluation including bladder testing by a urologist to determine the cause. Best wishes.

Question 4

can you let me know is incomplete emptying a sign of an over active bladder?

Accepted Answer

Yes one possible: Symptom of oab is a sense of incomplete emptying or a small amount of dribbling when you stand up after urinating. This can be very frustrating. Talk to your doctor and consider consulting a urogynecologist if you are not getting any relief. Hope this helps.

Question 5

what is the cause of the inability to empty all the bladder in children (11 years old)?

Accepted Answer

Anatomic or neurogen: Think big categories and it could be either related to anatomy and obstruction, or it may have to do with the innervation of the bladder (neurogenic).

Question 6

it's taking a half an hour for my male friend. to empty his bladder. the urine is almost drizzling out. what could the cause? thank you

Accepted Answer

Enlarged prostate: As men get older, their prostate gland gets larger. This can obstruct urine flow, causing the symptoms you describe. He needs to go right away to see his doc for evaluation and treatment. While this can be effectively treated, if he waits too long, there are permanent problems than can result.

Question 7

i have trouble completely emptying my bladder.additionally it causes a trip to the bathroom every 5 min. i have no pain.what could be the cause!

Accepted Answer

Bladder symptoms: You may have a type of urinary retention caused by neurologic problems or loss of normal bladder tone. A urologist would be best qualified to  evaluate,diagnose and treat you.

Question 8

unable to empty bladder completely, still feel like i need to pee. what could be the cause?

Accepted Answer

A few things.: Unfortunately, the sensation of incomplete emptying does not readily point to its cause. You could be retaining urine, as you sense, either due to obstruction of the bladder outlet or inability of the bladder to squeeze. However, you could have an overactive, irritated, or infected bladder, which would give you the sensation of needing to void, but with minimal urine. An evaluation should help you.

Question 9

i sometimes have pain in the lower flanks of my back when im being active. i frequently go to the toilet to urinate and my bladder doesnt get empty. what could be the cause of that?

Accepted Answer

Prostate: Various causes, but for a man the most likely cause of bladder not emptying would be an enlarged prostate.

Question 10

besides a uti what can cause burning at about the moment my bladder is empty?

Accepted Answer

Yeast: Could be a yeast infection. Do you have any discharge? If so, see your gynecologist to check for any sexually transmitted diseases.

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Can an irritation on the urethral opening that causes symptoms such as weak urine flow & incomplete bladder emptying last 2 weeks and longer? i've been told my symptoms could be due to irritation but is it normal for irritation to last this long?

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Is incomplete emptying feeling a sign of an over active bladder?

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What is the cause of me not being able to empty my bladder completely?

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Can you let me know is incomplete emptying a sign of an over active bladder?

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What is the cause of the inability to empty all the bladder in children (11 years old)?

A member asked:

It's taking a half an hour for my male friend. to empty his bladder. the urine is almost drizzling out. what could the cause? thank you

A member asked:

I have trouble completely emptying my bladder.additionally it causes a trip to the bathroom every 5 min. i have no pain.what could be the cause!

A member asked:

Unable to empty bladder completely, still feel like i need to pee. what could be the cause?

A member asked:

I sometimes have pain in the lower flanks of my back when im being active. i frequently go to the toilet to urinate and my bladder doesnt get empty. what could be the cause of that?

A member asked:

Besides a uti what can cause burning at about the moment my bladder is empty?

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