Patient's question:
My mom had surgery for a uterine fibroid three days ago. The doctor said the surgery went very smoothly and then removed the urinary catheter. My mom is unable to control her urination, and her abdomen is in severe pain. It's already the third day, and I'm wondering what's going on.Doctor's answer:
After uterine fibroid removal, one of the common complications is damage to the urinary tract. Therefore, if continuous inability to urinate independently persists, it may indicate damage to the relevant nerves or the urethral sphincter. It is recommended to first undergo functional exercises to restore independent urination. You can consult a relevant rehabilitation hospital for training. After a period of training to achieve independent urination, there is hope for recovery. However, if the damage is neurogenic, the possibility of complete recovery is unlikely.