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  2. Bladder stone - Wikipedia

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    Bladder stones vary in their size, shape and texture- some are small, hard and smooth whereas others are huge, spiked and very soft. One can have one or multiple stones. Bladder stones are somewhat more common in men who have prostate enlargement. The large prostate presses on the urethra and makes it difficult to pass urine. Over time ...

  3. Tamsulosin - Wikipedia

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    Tamsulosin, sold under the brand names including Flomax and Contiflo, is a medication used to treat symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and chronic prostatitis and to help with the passage of kidney stones. [6] [7] [8] The evidence for benefit with a kidney stone is better when the stone is larger. [8] Tamsulosin is taken by mouth. [6]

  4. Calculus (medicine) - Wikipedia

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    Modification of predisposing factors can sometimes slow or reverse stone formation. Treatment varies by stone type, but, in general: [citation needed] Healthy diet and exercise (promotes flow of energy and nutrition) Drinking fluids (water and electrolytes like lemon juice, diluted vinegar e.g. in pickles, salad dressings, sauces, soups, shrubs ...

  5. Prostatic calculi - Wikipedia

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    In a study of young adults in Greece (aged 21–50, mean age 40.9 years), the prevalence was found to be 7.35%. [4] While among urologic patients in South Korea (aged 29–89, mean age 61.9 years), the prevalence was 40.7%. [5] The prevalence is notably higher in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia, ranging from 68.8% to 70%. [3]

  6. Urinary retention - Wikipedia

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    Causes include blockage of the urethra, nerve problems, certain medications, and weak bladder muscles. [1] Blockage can be caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), urethral strictures, bladder stones, a cystocele, constipation, or tumors. [1] Nerve problems can occur from diabetes, trauma, spinal cord problems, stroke, or heavy metal ...

  7. Lithotomy - Wikipedia

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    Lithotomy from Greek for "lithos" and "tomos" (), is a surgical method for removal of calculi, stones formed inside certain organs, such as the urinary tract (kidney stones), bladder (bladder stones), and gallbladder (), that cannot exit naturally through the urinary system or biliary tract.