Treatment targets the underlying cause, such as infections, menopausal changes, pain, inflammation, constipation or piles.
In acute urinary retention, a catheter is inserted to drain urine and rest the bladder. Post-catheter removal, regular urination is encouraged, and bladder scans ensure effective voiding.
Complications from stress incontinence surgery can often be corrected within 1–2 weeks after the operation, for example, by adjusting the tension of the surgical tape. Patients with chronic retention are educated on different bladder management strategies.