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Complications of Prostate disease

In benign prostate enlargement:

  • Sometimes ‘acute retention’ occurs where there is a sudden total blockage of urine. Emergency treatment is needed.
  • Sometimes ‘chronic retention’ occurs where there is partial emptying of the bladder. Some urine remains in the bladder all the time, this may lead to recurring urine infections or incontinence.