Urethral obstruction; Acute urethral obstruction; Obstructive uropathy - bilateral - acute
The doctor will perform a physical exam. The exam may show:
There may be signs of chronic kidney failure, high blood pressure, and infection. Fever is common with an infection.
Tests that may be done include:
The following tests may show hydronephrosis (swelling of kidneys):
This disease may also alter the results of the following tests:
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