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When dealing with urinary retention, certain medications need to be chosen carefully. For anxiety, it's important to note that some common anti-anxiety medications like benzodiazepines (such as diazepam) may need to be avoided or carefully monitored as they can affect urinary function.

For pain management, some options to Show Full Answer

When dealing with urinary retention, certain medications need to be chosen carefully. For anxiety, it's important to note that some common anti-anxiety medications like benzodiazepines (such as diazepam) may need to be avoided or carefully monitored as they can affect urinary function.

For pain management, some options to discuss with your doctor include:
• Anti-inflammatory medications (with careful monitoring)
• Alternative pain management approaches
• Carefully selected antidepressants that have less impact on urinary function Important: Never start or stop any medications without consulting your healthcare provider. They will need to carefully evaluate your specific situation to determine which medications are safe given your urinary retention. Your doctor can create a treatment plan that balances managing your anxiety and pain while minimizing impacts on urinary function.

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