How to Relieve Symptoms of Urinary Retention Naturally?

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Urinary retention occurs in two forms – acute and chronic. While the acute form of urinary retention is urgent and requires immediate action, chronic retention is slow and shows less intense symptoms. Whenever we feel unable to empty the bladder completely, it is a clear sign that we got urinary retention. If it is followed by symptoms such as pain in lower abdomen, bloating, and inability to urinate, medical experts warn us to visit a doctor immediately. This condition can easily turn into a life threatening situation. On the other hand, when we feel difficulties with urination, frequent toilet visits, a sense that we need to urinate even we have just finished emptying the bladder, the feeling of discomfort in the lower abdomen, and so on. Many reasons may cause one of these two health conditions. Among them, age, race, and genetics are the most important factors. If we are men between 50 and 60 years old and of the Caucasian race, we are at higher risk. But, how we can treat this condition naturally? If we exclude acute form that is urgent and potentially dangerous, we can relieve symptoms of urinary infections naturally, according to article “Natural Remedy for Bladder Retention”. We can find a list of natural remedies that may help with this condition.

– Dandelion

– Nettle

– Saw Palmetto

– Sarsaparilla

– Indian licorice

Even though chronic urinary retention is not life threatening condition, if it lasts too long without a proper treatment, it can lead to further complications. Some of them might be bladder damage or kidney disease. For that reason, medical experts believe that prevention is the best cure. When we notice any of symptoms pointing at urinary retention, we should look for a medical advice. Natural remedies can also help but only if applied consistently and the symptoms are mild.