Over the last 2 days I had urine retention. I couldn't pass urine even when there is an urge to do so. It was painful and worrisome. To add to the suffering, a boil was felt in my anus which turned out to be perianal abscess.
Following the inability to pee, I consulted a urologist. I had ultrasound done to determine the prostate which was a bit enlarged. A catheter was inserted into my penis right up to my bladder. 520 ml of urine of the past 2 days were drained out.
Next, the urologist referred me to a surgeon the following day who operated on my abscess immediately. The procedure under local anesthesia was over in about 30 minutes and I was not hospitalised. (outpatient surgery).
The 2 procedures were painful but provide great relief as I was able to pee and the abscess was removed.
The doctors and all the staff was very kind, patient, caring and professional. As to whether all will be fine with my conditions will be know in the next few days.
Before I forget, I would like to mention that I paid about S$110 for the above (I paid 20% of the bill and the Japanese Govt insurance will pay the balance).
