A retrograde urethrogram (RGU) is a diagnostic test commonly performed in males in which the x-ray of the urethra is done using a contrast dye. RGU is used to diagnose urethral pathologies such as trauma or injury to the urethra or urethral stricture. It is a painless procedure and does not involve any injections. Local anesthesia may be introduced in some cases when there is any discomfort.
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Blockage in urinary tract prevents me from voiding urine completely. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 24-year-old male. I have been having trouble urinating. Whenever I urinate I feel like there is a blockage that is preventing all the urine coming out at once. This requires me to wait for a long time and continue pushing the urine out and then at the end I am using my fingers to ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Semen blocking the way cannot happen so this much thing is clear. Secondly, for how long you are having urinary symptoms you mention? Do you have any urinary complaints like frequency, urgency, poor stream, nocturia, dribbling, or burning micturation? Does your poor flow ... Read Full »
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