Acute urinary retention: Acute urinary retention is the sudden inability to urinate, causing pain and discomfort. Causes can include an obstruction in the urinary system, ... more about Acute urinary retention.
Acute urinary retention: The acute retention of urine in the bladder, not being able to void. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Acute urinary retention is available below.
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Acute urinary retention is the sudden inability to urinate, causing pain and discomfort. Causes can include an obstruction in the urinary system, stress, or neurologic problems. (Source: excerpt from Your Urinary System and How It Works: NIDDK)
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