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Why is it hard to start peeing?
By Advanced Urology · Roswell office
Call 678-344-8900Book onlineThe usual cause
In men, an enlarged prostate is a common cause. It squeezes the urine channel.
Other causes
Nerve problems, scar tissue, and some medicines can also do it.
Get checked
Get checked if you often wait or strain to start.
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Call 678-344-8900Book onlineWhat should I ask?
- How long do I usually wait before the stream starts?
- Which medicines am I on right now?
Your visit
You may be asked to pee into a flow meter and then have a quick ultrasound to see what is left in your bladder. Write down the medicines you take; some cold and allergy remedies can make it harder to get started. A urine test is common too.
When to call
Call us if you often wait or push to get going, or if your stream has slowed over time.
Our approach
Our urologists consider the prostate, the bladder and the urethra to find the cause. Treatment may be a change in medicines, a prostate medicine, or a procedure if the channel has narrowed. If an enlarged prostate is the reason, our urologists explain each option step by step.
Can I be seen in Roswell?
Bring your questions to our Roswell clinic and surgery center, where our urologists, physician assistants and nurse practitioners can go over them with you in person. Our Roswell team is here when you are ready.
Call 678-344-8900, mention this article, and our team will find you the first opening in Roswell.
Watch
Dr. Marc Greenstein of Advanced Urology on an enlarged prostate (BPH):
What else do people ask?
Read more from Advanced Urology
- Understanding BPH
- Enlarged prostate (BPH) at Advanced Urology
Written by our team at Advanced Urology to help you prepare for your visit.
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