Diagnostic tests that may be performed include:
-
Urinalysis and culture - Urethral swab for culture
- Transrectal
ultrasound of the prostate (similar to atransvaginal ultrasound ) - Catheterization of the bladder to determine residual
urine volume and to obtain urine for culture (acatheterized urine specimen ) -
Cystometrography -
Voiding cystourethrogram
Treatment of urinary hesitancy varies depending on the underlying cause. If a bacterial infection is present, antibiotics may be prescribed. A surgical procedure may be required to relieve








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