What should I do for ongoing pain above my penis, frequent urination, and a weak urine stream if all my kidney and bladder tests are normal, and taking Alfoo 10 mg and Nubph has not helped open my bladder properly? | Apollo Pharmacy

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What should I do for ongoing pain above my penis, frequent urination, and a weak urine stream if all my kidney and bladder tests are normal, and taking Alfoo 10 mg and Nubph has not helped open my bladder properly?

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What should I do for ongoing pain above my penis, frequent urination, and a weak urine stream if all my kidney and bladder tests are normal, and taking Alfoo 10 mg and Nubph has not helped open my bladder properly?

Asked by Male, 33 · 27 days ago

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

27 days ago

It is very reassuring that your kidney and bladder tests are normal. Since alfuzosin (Alfoo) has not fully relieved your symptoms, you may be experiencing chronic pelvic pain syndrome or pelvic floor muscle tension, which are very common and highly treatable in young men. Sometimes, the muscles around the bladder neck do not relax fully. I recommend discussing this with your urologist. They might suggest a uroflowmetry test to check your urine flow or recommend pelvic floor physical therapy. In the meantime, warm baths and avoiding bladder irritants like caffeine can help soothe your symptoms.

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