Retention

What does "Retention" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Retention in the context of medicine refers to the body's inability to get rid of something it usually would. This could be anything from fluids, to waste, to gas. For example, if someone is unable to urinate, they are experiencing urine retention. It's essentially when the body holds onto something it should be expelling.

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