My wife had an ovarian cyst removed by laparoscopy After surgery she began to have trouble voiding urine and was told that this sometimes happens due the bladder still being asleep please explain.?

During laparoscopic surgery, the abdominal cavity is inflated with carbon dioxide gas to create a clear working space for the surgeon. This gas can irritate the bladder and cause temporary difficulty with urination. Additionally, the manipulation of the bladder during surgery can also contribute to urinary retention.

In most cases, urinary retention after laparoscopic surgery is a temporary problem that resolves on its own within a few days. However, if you are unable to urinate after surgery, it is important to let your doctor know so that they can take steps to address the problem.

There are a few things that can be done to help you void urine after laparoscopic surgery:

* Drink plenty of fluids.

* Try to relax and empty your bladder frequently.

* Take warm baths or apply a heating pad to your lower abdomen.

* Your doctor may also prescribe medications to help you urinate.

If you are unable to urinate after trying these measures, your doctor may need to insert a catheter into your bladder to drain the urine.