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Inability to Urinate Topic Guide

Inability to Urinate Inability to Urinate:

The inability to urinate (urinary retention) may be caused by enlarged prostate, urinary tract infection or ruptured disc. Symptoms include abdominal pain and fever. Acute urinary retention requires a trip to the emergency department.

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Enlarged Prostate
Enlarged Prostate

A man's prostate gland usually starts to enlarge after he reaches age 40 years or middle age. This condition is called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or benign prostatic hypertrophy. As the prostate gland grows, it may press on the urethra and cause difficulty with urination. Medications and surgery are available if an enlarged prostate is causing problems.

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tolterodine Tolterodine

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hyoscyamine Hyoscyamine

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finasteride Finasteride

Finasteride prevents the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body. DHT is involved in the development of benign prostatic hyperpla...learn more »

doxepin Doxepin

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diphenhydramine Diphenhydramine

Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching,...learn more »