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Urine retention around PVR .80 and Recurrent uti ...after taking alpha blocker have face swelling and URTI symptoms and stomach upset ...this can be taken long term?? If dizziness happens this can be taken TTS OR MWF or alternate days ???
Prostate size less than 22cc if medicine to reduce prostate is taken is ok ??for this size
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You should consult a urologist for a pvr of 80cc.. it's not good, will have long term downsides
Stop using alpha blockers as you'll first need to know the cause of that raised pvr
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consult a urologist, he'll guide you further
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There are many reasons for a raised pvr, get to know them first... not all urinary problems have alpha blockers as solution
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No in this case no need for alpha blocker if known case of uti
Alpha blockers causes postural hypotension so it may be the cause for dizziness
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Urine r/m and urine c/s
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Daily cleaning and washing of genital area
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Alpha blockers cannot be taken for long term , if u have side effects or if u r taking other meds which can react with it
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Kindly visit General Surgeon/urologist, discuss abt all the medications u r taking, and adverse effects
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