Question 1

what causes urinary retention in young men?

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Various causes: Often, this occurs after pelvic surgery (hernia or hemorrhoid, for example). Less often, spinal or nerve dysfunction.

Question 2

can clomipramine cause urinary retention?

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Yes: Clomipramine has anticholinergic side effects which can lead to urinary retention. Other side effects include dry mouth, blurry vision, constipation and cognitive dulling.

Question 3

can constipation cause urinary retention?

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Not usually: Some problems that cause constipation, such as electrolyte or nerve disorders can cause bladders to retain urine. Best to be examined by your doctor and ask this question.

Question 4

why does lyme disease cause urinary retention?

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Not true: It doesn'.  Look for another cause.

Question 5

what could cause pain in abdomen and urinary retention?

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Many things: If you are having these concerns you should see a provider and get a urine test at least. These are not normal symptoms.

Question 6

does l/5-s/1 nerve impingement cause urinary retention ?

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Yes: The nerves from those levels of the spinal cord do control the bladders function.

Question 7

what can cause enlarged prostate and urinary retention in a teen?

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Infection: Is more common in that age group, better see a urologist/ keep the follow-up if already seen one, good luck

Question 8

did flavoxate(200 mg) taken 3 time a day for week can cause chronic urinary retention in future? thank you

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Here are some...: Flavoxate suppresses bladder muscle contaractability. In general, it is good idea to be checked out to see what the potential underlying causes for irritative voiding symptoms may be - so making sure of no bladder outlet obstruction by poor sphincter relaxation, stone, or stricture along the urethra; flavoxate is not good for these conditions. So, be evaluated timely...

Question 9

can antidepressants cause urinary retention?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Nortriptyline, Doxepin are the two big ones.

Question 10

which antidepressants are less likely to  cause urinary retention?

Accepted Answer

Avoid tricyclics: The older cyclics with their stronger anticholinergic side effects tend to be more problematic in this regard while SSRIs are less likely to cause urinary retention. Medications should be based both on presenting psychiatric symptoms and medical considerations. Your personal physician, who knows your history, can best guide you in selecting a medication that is best for you. Best wishes.

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