Case Presentation: Urinary retention affects 4.5% and 0.07% of hospitalized men and women, respectively (Verhamme et al, 2008). The causes vary widely; however, it may occur as a result of opioid use. Opioid-induced urinary retention is under-reported in literature. When opioid induced urinary retention occurs, there is the dilemma of achieving resolution, without reversing pain [...]

Case Presentation: A previously healthy 20-year-old male presented with sudden onset urinary retention. He reported mild headaches, fevers, fatigue later followed by acute urinary retention associated with lower abdominal and back pain. Last void was over 24 hours ago. Vitals were stable except for a temperature of 39.9°C. No cervical neck stiffness, meningeal irritation or [...]