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Can sedation given during a colonoscopy cause urinary retention in patients with moderate bph?
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Possibly: It is possible for anesthetic agents to cause temporary urinary retention, particularly in older males with large prostates.
Answered 1/14/2019
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Possible: It depends on what medicine is used.If you are taking meds.for your BPH you should take with a sip of water the morning of your procedure ,as per the instructions,which I am sure you will be given. Get your colonoscopy and try not to worry.
Answered 1/14/2019
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