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Kidney & Urinary Health
Question #16062
231 days ago
364

urine not coming

Rashi

I am in a bit of a panic right now. For the last few days, I’ve been feeling this really weird sensation where I feel the urge to pee but then when I go to the bathroom, there is urine not coming out. I mean, it’s like my body is playing tricks on me or something. I tried drinking more water thinking maybe I was just dehydrated, but even that didn’t really help. I had this sudden pain in my lower abdomen, and I felt bloated, which is odd for me since I’ve never had digestion issues like this. At first, I thought it could just be an off day, but last night was horrible—I was literally pacing around my house, feeling anxious because urine not coming out is really starting to freak me out!!! I haven't had any recent infections or other problems that I'm aware of, but now I'm getting worried that urine not coming could lead to something worse? I’m not sure if I should go to urgent care or wait it out. Has anyone else experienced urine not coming despite feeling the urge?? What could be going on and should I be super worried?

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It sounds like you’re experiencing urinary retention, where the bladder feels full but you’re unable to pass urine. This can happen due to several reasons, such as a urinary tract obstruction, infection, or neurological issues. The sudden onset of pain and bloating suggests it could be more than a simple issue and potentially requires attention. Given that this is causing significant discomfort and anxiety, it’s advisable not to wait too long. You should definitely seek medical attention promptly. Urinary retention can lead to complications like bladder damage or infections if not addressed quickly. At an urgent care or emergency setting, the healthcare provider can perform a physical examination and possibly order some tests, like an ultrasound to check for bladder distention, or a urinalysis to detect any signs of infection. It’s important to address the underlying cause, whether it is due to an obstruction such as stones, a medication side effect, or an issue with nerve signals causing bladder dysfunction. If you experience fever, vomiting, or severe pain, don’t delay in seeking treatment since these are more urgent symptoms. Therefore, contacting a healthcare provider now is a sensible step to figure out the root cause and receive guidance for treatment and symptom relief. While waiting, try to avoid excessive fluid intake in hopes of forcing urination, as this might increase discomfort.

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