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Why Does My Bladder Does Not Empty But Remain Enlarged?

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Posted on Thu, 24 Mar 2022
Question: bladder does not empty. enlarged as a result
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Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Test results will clarify causes.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

The most common causes of bladder obstructions on men your age are benign peostate hypertrophy or prostate cancer.
The scan results can clarify if one of this is the cause .
Also the urodynamic test results are needed to see function of bladder and urethra.
It gives results on obstructions, nerves function and muscle function of bladder.
All these results will clarify the cause and help determine the treatment plan.
I recommend you to visit an urologist.

Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Why Does My Bladder Does Not Empty But Remain Enlarged?

Brief Answer: Test results will clarify causes. Detailed Answer: Hello, The most common causes of bladder obstructions on men your age are benign peostate hypertrophy or prostate cancer. The scan results can clarify if one of this is the cause . Also the urodynamic test results are needed to see function of bladder and urethra. It gives results on obstructions, nerves function and muscle function of bladder. All these results will clarify the cause and help determine the treatment plan. I recommend you to visit an urologist. Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.