What is the cause of acute urinary retention with hematuria in a male?

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Differential Diagnosis for Male Acute Difficulty Urinating with Hematuria

Single Most Likely Diagnosis

  • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): This condition is common in older males and can cause urinary retention and hematuria due to the enlarged prostate gland compressing the urethra.

Other Likely Diagnoses

  • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI): Bacterial infections can cause inflammation and irritation of the urinary tract, leading to difficulty urinating and hematuria.
  • Kidney Stones: Stones in the urinary tract can cause severe pain, difficulty urinating, and hematuria as they move through the system.
  • Prostatitis: Inflammation of the prostate gland can cause urinary symptoms, including difficulty urinating and hematuria.

Do Not Miss Diagnoses

  • Prostate Cancer: Although less common, prostate cancer can cause urinary obstruction and hematuria, making it crucial to rule out in the diagnostic process.
  • Bladder Cancer: Cancer of the bladder can also present with hematuria and urinary symptoms, emphasizing the need for thorough investigation.
  • Sepsis from UTI: In severe cases, a UTI can lead to sepsis, a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention.

Rare Diagnoses

  • Trauma to the Genitourinary Tract: Physical injury to the urinary system can cause hematuria and difficulty urinating, though this would typically be associated with a known history of trauma.
  • Blood Clotting Disorders: Certain conditions affecting blood clotting can lead to spontaneous bleeding in the urinary tract, presenting as hematuria.
  • Schistosomiasis: A parasitic infection that can cause urinary symptoms, including hematuria, though it is more common in specific geographic regions.

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