Urinary retention

Description

Trouble urinating and emptying the bladder all the way.

When to seek immediate medical care

See a healthcare professional right away if:

• Not able to urinate.
• Severe discomfort, pain or swelling in lower belly.

When to make a doctor's appointment

Make an appointment to see a healthcare professional if:

• Urinating more than eight times a day.
• Weak or interrupted urine stream.
• Feeling a need to urinate after finishing urination.
• Feeling of not emptying bladder completely.