Urinary tract obstruction, commonly referred to as pee blockage, is a condition in which the passage of urine is partially or entirely blocked....CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
If left untreated, this may result in discomfort, suffering, and even potentially dangerous health issues. In this post, we’ll go over five main reasons why pee can become blocked and what you can do if that happens to you.
1. Prostate gland growth.
As men age, the prostate gland, which is situated directly beneath the bladder, can expand. This may lead to blockage of the urethra, the tube that takes urine from the bladder out of the body, when the gland presses up against it. You should visit a doctor if you suffer symptoms like straining to urinate, trouble starting or halting urine flow, or weak urine flow. Medication, minimally invasive techniques, and surgery are all possible forms of treatment.
2. Stones in the kidneys.
Hard mineral deposits known as kidney stones can develop in the urinary tract or kidneys. The ureter, the tube that connects the kidney to the bladder, can become blocked if a stone gets stuck there. Severe pain in the back, side, or lower abdomen, nausea, vomiting, and trouble urinating are possible symptoms. Pain management, stone-passing medications, or stone removal surgery are all possible forms of treatment.
3. Infections of the urinary tract.
Bacteria that enter the urinary tract are what cause urinary tract infections (UTIs), which can inflame and swell. This might prevent pee from flowing. Painful urination, frequent urination, and murky or bloody urine are all possible symptoms. Antibiotics and other drugs to reduce pain and inflammation may be used as part of the treatment.
4. Stricture of the urethra.
A constriction of the urethra known as a urethral stricture may prevent urine flow. Inflammation, damage, or scar tissue from past procedures are all potential causes of this illness. Weak urine flow, soreness or discomfort experienced when urinating, and trouble initiating or halting urine flow are possible symptoms. Medication or surgery to remove the obstruction may be used as treatment.
5. Cancer of the urethra or bladder.
If a tumor in the bladder or urethra becomes large enough to clog the outflow of the bladder or urethra, urine flow may become blocked. Blood in the urine, pain when urinating, and frequent urination are examples of symptoms. Chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, or a combination of these are all possible treatment options.
You should consult a doctor as soon as you can if you suffer any urinary obstruction symptoms. Treatment options may include medication, surgery, or other procedures to remove the obstruction and stop subsequent problems, depending on the underlying cause of your disease…CONTINUE READING>>
