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What happens if the person cannot urinate and the bladder is filled to capacity?
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If the patient has a urinary problems and for some reason, urination cannot proceed naturally, in a hospital setting, physicians will then proceed to insert a catheter externally, and artificially remove any by-products excreted. This procedure is especially common in patients whom have had surgery and are incapable of urinating themselves. The catheter procedure is also relevant for measuring the amount of drainage after surgery which indicates the recovery rate of the patient.
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∙ 11y agoIf the bladder gets full to capacity your body would let go. If for some reason this fails then your urine will build up in your kidneys.
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Why is a blocked ureter or urethra a serious problem?
If the ureter is blocked, urine cannot flow into the bladder, and then be drained through the urethra when urination occurs. Similarly, if the urethra is blocked, the bladder cannot be emptied. In either case, urine backs up, and increases pressure in the kidney tubules, causing kidney damage.
Bladder biopsy?
DefinitionBladder biopsyis a procedure that involves removing a small piece of tissue from the bladder for examination.Alternative NamesBiopsy - bladderHow the test is performedA bladder biopsy is usually performed as a part of a cystoscopy. A small portion of tissue or the entire area of concern is removed and sent to the laboratory for analysis if:Abnormalities of the bladder are found during this examinationA tumor is visibleHow to prepare for the testYou must sign an informed consent form before you have a bladder biopsy. Usually you are asked to urinate just before the procedure. You may also be asked to take an antibiotic before the procedure.For infants and children, the preparation you can provide for this test depends on your child's age, previous experiences, and level of trust. For general information regarding how you can prepare your child, see the following topics:Infant test or procedure preparation (birth to 1 year)Toddler test or procedure preparation (1 to 3 years)Preschooler test or procedure preparation (3 to 6 years)School age test or procedure preparation (6 to 12 years)Adolescent test or procedure preparation (12 to 18 years)How the test will feelThere may be slight discomfort as the cystoscope (a lighted instrument used to look at the bladder) is passed through your urethra into your bladder. You will feel an uncomfortable sensation -- similar to a strong urge to urinate -- when the fluid has filled your bladder.You may feel a pinch during the biopsy. There may be a burning sensation when the blood vessels are sealed to stop bleeding (cauterized).After the cystoscope is removed, your urethra may be sore. You may experience a burning sensation during urination for a day or two.Sometimes when the suspicious area is larger, you will need general or spinal anesthesia to remove the area in question.Why the test is performedThis test is most often performed to check for cancer of the bladder or urethra.Normal ValuesThe bladder wall is smooth. The bladder is of a normal size, shape, and position. There are no obstructions, growths, or stones.What abnormal results meanThe presence of cancer cells indicates bladder cancer. The type of cancer can be determined from the biopsy sample.Other abnormalities may include:Bladder diverticulaCystsInfectionUlcersWhat the risks areThere is some risk of urinary tract infection.There is slight risk of excessive bleeding or rupturing of the bladder wall with the cystoscope or during biopsy.Special considerationsA small amount of blood is usually passed in the urine shortly after this procedure. If the bleeding continues after the time you urinate, contact your health care provider.Contact your health care provider if:You have pain, chills, or feverYour urine output is lower than usual (oliguria)You cannot urinate despite a strong feeling to do soReferencesCarter HB, Chan DY. Basic instrumentation and cystoscopy. In: Wein AJ, ed. Campbell-Walsh Urology. 9th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 6.
What happens when a male body exceeds the limit of sperm taken out of the body?
It cannot exceed the limit it has or produces
If energy and matter cannot be destroyed ehat happens to energy and matter when an organism is eaten?
It's dead
What happens to waste food that cannot be used by the body?
It either gets barfed back up or goes into the toilet
What organ is most likely to be damaged if a person cannot urinate?
The kidneys or the bladder, depending on the condition.
Can your bladder be stretched?
yes and no. sometimes you feel as if your bladder cannot hold as much urine as usual, right? But it does not mean that your bladder has shrunk. It is simply a symptom that means you may be having bladder problems. consult a doctor if you feel as if it has "shrunk".
What happens when one cannot pass urine for 4 days?
If your kidneys are normal, you would not be able to last for 4 days. You'd feel so painful when your bladder is about to reach it max capacity, normally within 24 hr . You'd be screaming for medical help by then. If somehow you manage to ignore the pain, the bladder's wall will eventually give out. Some people who may not have to urinate as frequent are the very dehydrated folks or kidney failure patients. These people don't make much urine to begin with.
Why am I unable to urinate?
If you have been drinking enough fluids but cannot urinate easily even with a full bladder, it could be an issue with the nerves, or it could be an infection. There are some STIs (treatable, happily) that cause problems specifically with urination among other things. Go get it checked out.
What condition occurs when the bladder is able to empty itself but no urine is being produced by the kidneys?
When you cannot empty your bladder completely, or at all, despite an urge to urinate, you have urinary retention. Failure to treat the condition can lead to infections or damage to the urinary tract and kidneys.
What would be some reasons why you cannot urinate?
There are an unlimited number of reasons why you cannot urinate. You may have swelling in that area of your body for example.
What happens if your bladder explodes?
Bladder explosion is a rare phenomenon. It is usually caused by trauma, such as a motor vehicle accident, and is usually referred to as "bladder rupture." Your bladder cannot explode just from holding your urine because you will micturate involuntarily before it gets to the point of possible explosion.
What will happen to your bladder when you take drugs?
You will cannot control your bladder
Can a man urinate during intercourse?
no,men cannot urinate when having sex,u can try it if u can!
What type of urine incontinence in common in women?
Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) is the most common form of female bladder weakness. It happens when the pelvic floor muscles that support the bladder are weak and when we laugh or cough it increases the pressure on the bladder and the pelvic floor muscles cannot tighten to keep the urine in.
What are the symptoms for overactive bladder?
It is the strong, sudden need to urinate due to bladder spasms or contractions.Causes, incidence, and risk factorsA person's ability to hold urine depends on normal function of the lower urinary tract, kidneys, and nervous system. The person must also have the physical and mental ability to recognize and respond to the urge to urinate.The bladder's ability to fill and store urine requires a working sphincter muscle (which controls the flow of urine out of the body) and a stable bladder wall muscle (detrusor).The process of urination involves two phases:Filling and storageEmptyingDuring the filling and storage phase, the bladder stretches so it can hold the increasing amount of urine. The bladder of an average person can hold 350 ml to 550 ml of urine. Generally, a person feels like they need to urinate when there is approximately 200 ml of urine in the bladder.The nervous system tells you that you need to urinate. It also allows the bladder to continue to fill.The emptying phase requires the detrusor muscle to contract, forcing urine out of the bladder. The sphincter muscle must relax at the same time, so that urine can flow out of the body.The bladder of an infant automatically contracts when a certain volume of urine is collected in the bladder. As the child grows older and learns to control urination, part of the brain (cerebral cortex) helps prevent bladder muscle contraction. This allows urination to be delayed until the person is ready to use the bathroom.Undesired bladder muscle contractions may occur from nervous system (neurological) problems and bladder irritation.
Overactive Bladder Symptoms and Treatment?
Many may say that they have a "small bladder" because of their constant need to urinate. They may suffer from this problem for years before they get the diagnosis and treatment that they need. Having an overactive bladder (also known as urge incontinence) is the sudden and overwhelming need to urinate. The urination cannot be stopped, causing a leakage of urine. This is caused by contractions or spasms in the bladder. People with overactive bladder have several symptoms. These include the following: a sudden urination urge, loss of urine without meaning to urinate, waking in the night to urinate and frequent urination during the day (8 times or more). Knowing the symptoms is the first step in getting treatment. Those that feel that they have overactive bladder should visit their doctor to begin treatment. Before prescribing medications or performing surgery, many physicians have their patients begin with natural or at-home treatment. One successful natural treatment is having the patient do pelvic floor exercises. This involves lying on the back and doing bladder training exercises called kegels, which involves tightening and relaxing the muscles in the bladder. Other at-home treatment plans include other behavior changes including scheduled bathroom visits and double voiding (urinating once more before leaving the restroom). If natural treatment is not successful for overactive bladder, then physicians will prescribe a medication to help with the problem. These medications assist with the urge to urinate and many will relax the spasms in the bladder. When a patient has unsuccessful experiences with other treatments, then a doctor will consider performing surgery. This surgery involves increasing the bladder size by using portions of the bowel. A last resort for some patients is to have the bladder completely removed and a bag is placed outside of the body to collect urine. Living with an overactive bladder does not need to be a way of life. This is a problem that can be solved with home treatment or medication. The days of living with the embarrassment and isolation can be a thing of the past.
