TURP: After I recovered, something went wrong.
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- After I had my TURP surgery, I thought I had recovered, but after 6 months, I noticed I was having more problems urinating. Two surgeries later and now self-catheterization. A new chapter in my TURP journey.
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Doug, I had TURP surgery years ago and thank God that I did not have any issues. Prayers for you for quick and final recovery! God Bless!
Thanks for the words of reassurance. I'm doing ok with the TURP, but the darn scar tissue is giving me the problems. Thanks for God's blessings and will certainly ask God to bless you and yours.
I’m an RN And will be sharing this with people I work with, mainly because of the useful insights on what you weren’t told to expect or do. Patient/family education is a huge part of the nursing process and, I’m sorry to say, one that is often back loaded to the final 15 minutes before discharge. You gave me plenty to think about, not just on the subject of your particular procedure, but on how I educate my patients in general. Thank you for your efforts!
Tom, Thank you for the kind words and thanks for what you do to help anyone in need of medical attention. I know you have a difficult job, and like my police career, we usually see the bad and sad side of life. I'm glad I am able to pass along some information to anyone who has a TURP or BNC procedure. Blessings to you and your family.
Appreciate your comment that’s the most uncomfortable thing when dealing with the medical industry they don’t tell you all your options and what could happen they just go ahead and do what they need to do our thing and don’t give you all the information so you can make a informed decision I am so frustrated but I just know I have to eat exercise and do better which t
Thanks again Doug. I’m writing this as I lay in my hospital bed in Calgary Alberta Canada recovering from my TURP procedure earlier today. The heavy bleeding and clots have all but stopped. The discharge is now more pink than red. Fingers crossed that I have a good night and get released tomorrow. I’m a 55 year old male, younger than the average age of 69.
My surgeon is gifted, nurses are angels
Carl, glad you are doing well after your procedure. I hope you have a fast recovery with no issues. If you are like me, you'll enjoy seeing bubbles in the toilet again because it's a strong stream. LOL. Best wishes, my friend.
@@etudigger3340 I’am not this far along yet,but it’s good too hear other mens experiences with this procedure. I’am on flowmax had MRI found two lesions .I’am scheduled for biopsy next week and go from there . I’d would love to be able too urinate instead of just weak stream . You’ve given me hope. Wishing you all the best .
How are you doing now Carl?
Doug, my heart goes out to you for so much suffering. I am am a 93 year old mother of my son, who is a72years old. He just had the TURP surgery 5 days ago. He is able to urinate properly, but still have some blood in his urine. I appreciate reading about your experience, and will tell my son about it. Hopefully, he won't have the same problems you had. May GOD bless you with good health.
Doug. I appreciate your honesty. The thing that strikes me is man I’m sorry it was a journey for you. I’m just starting the journey. At least a decade of having to get up to pee 4-5 a night. Your courage is huge most people would keep to themselves. More than a thumbs up. Get well soon
Greg, Thanks for the nice comment. I feel your pain. I feel if I can help another brother who is experiencing BPH or BNC, it's well worth making a short video to assist them when making any decisions about surgery, recovery, or any side effects. Take care and blessings to you.
Thank you for sharing
Finally a patient who explains things in simple terms. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
Chris, Thanks for the kind words. I hope you are not having the same problems as I have had. Best wishes.
Hi Doug, just saw your video. Thank you so much for sharing your story and bringing this issue to the forefront. Hope you’re doing well.
Thank you, helpful for us the oldies thinking about making the surgery...
Doug, thank you for sharing, your positive attitude is very inspiring, best wishes on getting back to as normal as possible sooner rather than later.
Jose, thank you for the kind words of support. I'm hanging in there. Some good days, other days I do get a little worried. I hope you are doing well. Blessings to you and yours. Doug
You've been through a lot....hope you're on the path acceptable functioning.
Best of luck.
What a nightmare Doug. I so sorry you had to go through all that.
Thanks for all your honesty Doug 👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻. I did see your 1st video and what an eye opener ! Very very useful info, as I have been suffering with this very thing for approximately 5 years and progressively getting worse. SO …. Thank you and keep up the good work.
Thank you for the kind words, Alan. Just curious if you have had to return for multiple BNC procedures? I think I'm getting to the point when I will need to see my surgeon again for another procedure to open the scar tissue again. Doug
Thanks for sharing your experience. It was incredibly helpful. Thank goodness for people like you who care enough about others to do these videos when they don’t have to, especially since my doctor gave only a very cursory and top-sided discussion about this issue. Of course, for the system they work under, time is money. Hope the issue is cleared up for you, but would appreciate knowing how you are doing 1 year post the making of this video.
I just want to wish you the best of luck and a COMPLETE recovery!!!!!!
Thanks for the well wishes, Bob. I pray you are well also.
Doug, thanks for the update and I'm sorry to hear about your complications. Your attitude is encouraging. The two earlier videos really helped me get comfortable and confident with the TURP procedure. I had my surgery about five weeks ago - the recovery is going well with only an occasional spot of blood. Eager to be more active in everyday activities soon.
Even with these new issues, you continue to be an example. Thanks for demonstrating your practical and upbeat approach.
Morgan Howard
Morgan, thanks for the kind words and support. I'm glad you are doing well with your recovery. I want to help and educate my brothers and sisters when I can. This is life; good times and bad times. I try to stay upbeat because there are many things which are much worse than this, but most important, I have God and Christ our Lord in my life. Best wishes and stay in touch. Doug
Wishing you the best… I had a great experience with mine. First couple of days weren’t fun but it was worth it.
Thanks for sharing your experience and for the heads up. Sorry to hear the complications. I wish you a speedy and complete recovery. All the best. I had my TURP less than 6 month ago and I 'm feeling great, but your testimony gives a lot to think about and keep an eye more open to the possible future complications. God Bless
Marco, Glad to help anyone I can. I'm hanging in there. Every now and then I get a little worried about the stream, but I have plenty of catheters if needed.
Thanks so much for posting this informative video. I look forward to more as the months go by. I really hope the latest surgery and self-catheterization solve the problem.
Thanks for the support, Gary. So far it's working so I'll keep doing the self-cath until my next follow-up in June. Best wishes to you.
Doug, I am laying here in the hospital recovering from my own TURP surgery from this morning. Thanks for sharing, my friend!
Wow!!
You are amazing! Thank you for the info.
Thanks for your videos. I'm scheduled to have the Turp procedure the day after tomorrow. Looking forward to successful results, all my best to you, wish me luck 👍🙏
JD, Praying for a great outcome for you and your procedure. Let me know how you do during your recovery. Best wishes, Brother.
Such a clear lucid presentation. Thanks a ton
Egg Man, glad I could shed a little light on my condition. I hope you are doing well.
Doug, thanks for posting. You are not alone. I had a Turp, a week later they took the catheter out, that evening I could not "go", (not a drop) I had to rush to a hospital to get re-catharized, (high retention is a very painful experience). I have been wearing a catheter (ugh) for two weeks now. In five days I will go back and hopefully get the catheter removed for good. Good luck, here's hoping for your full normal recovery. I will share this video to other media which should help promote more views.
J, sorry to hear about your problem. Did they tell you why you couldn't go after removing your catheter? I'm still using catheters every other day. Things are still good for now. Praying for a good recovery for you too. D.
Doug, thanks for sharing your experience. Many of us seniors experience BPH issues and always appreciate hearing real world experiences to help us decide on a course of action. Also, glad you kept your sense of humor.
Thanks for the kind words, Tom. Mom and Dad were right when they would say, "You just wait." Take care.
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Thanks for posting us an update Doug. Not the best case for you, but hang in there. The longer the catheter is in the more you would think it would help it form to that size. I had a TURP in Jan 2022 and all is going good still, but will keep an eye out for any changes. Your videos helped me a lot both before and after the op. Thank you.
Pete, thanks for the kind words. I'm grateful you are doing so well since your procedure. I'm doing better myself. It's great seeing bubbles in the toilet again. LOL. Take care. Doug
Hi Doug, I had Turp a week ago today and prior to surgery watched your earlier video which was very helpful - thankyou. I had no doubts at all after extensive reading and talking to my Urologist that TURP was the right decision for me, life with BPH was miserable . Fortunately I was able to stay in hospital until the catheter was removed (on day 3) as I could not have coped as you did with going home with it, especially living on my own . All the very best Doug with your recovery and thankyou for sharing your journey with us.
G, Thanks for reaching out and telling me your story. Yes, we are all in this BPH thing together and I pray you have great results with no issues. I look at all this as a learning and teaching experience. There are many other health issues which are much worse, so this is only a slight bump in the road. God's blessing to you, my Brother.
Doug,your videos are very helpful for those patients who are planning to under go TURP.A big thank you. Take care Doug.
Usha, thank you for the kind words. I hope I was able to get some valuable information to other men suffering for BPH or BNC.
Thank you. Good of you to help us all with this issue.
Hope I provided a little information to assist you with your choices. Best wishes, Rich.
Excellent useful video. I am hoping to have TURP procedure in the near future. I am self catheterising at the moment twice a day and I will be sure to mention the bladder neck problem when I next meet up with my Oncologist. Cheers.
Thank you for your time in explaining what can happen after the procedure. My husband will be going through one of the procedures next month on his prostate so I had him come in and look at what was on UA-cam. It is a bit scary to him at 78 but he has learned a lot. Thumbs up.
Linda, thanks for the kind words. No one enjoys the thought of any medical procedure. It's the fear of the unknown. Just remember this, everything I spoke about has happened to me, but other men have had great results and no long-term issues. I'm praying your husband has a quick recovery and will be able to use the restroom like he was 25 again. Please let me know how the procedure turns out. Blessings to you both.
Thank you for this lovely video. My father will be undergoing TURP. He’s 80. Hope he makes it through.
Marlin, I'm praying for a great outcome for your father. Best wishes to you all.
Excellent information. Helps me to look at what the issues are
I'm in the que to get this issue taken care of so I appreciate your information on complications and gotta say, I sure appreciate your story and hope this most current procedure takes care of the problem you encountered.
Mark, thanks for the kind words. I've had another procedure since making this video. The latest procedure included having cancer medicine injected into the scar tissue to stop the cell growth. It was a very unusual experience during my recovery. Good luck to you.
Thank you. Very straightforward and informative!
LOL on your gleeful wife comment. Married for 30 years I can relate!
Your videos are sooo well done and very generous of you. I made a comment with several questions just now on your initial video following your TURP. Among them was one re whether you researched Auablation and if so, what tipped the scale toward a traditional TURP (if you have time to reply please see my questions in that other video).
That video was very encouraging. But then your relaying of your constricture issue in the subsequent comments as well as the negative outcomes of numerous other commenters really got me down as I prepare for my own TURP. This video though is encouraging. I have to say, your positive attitude and generosity in sharing is an inspiration. Thank you.
Not to be discouraging, but perhaps to just be prepared for the possibility: in addition to BPH, I suffer from a urethral constircutre. Before doing a TURP one doc wanted to do a minor procedure to open the constircutre to rule that out as my source of frequency. I was set to have that quick procedure done where they make incisions in the consticture (scar tissue) and then count on the catheter for a week to serve as a scaffolding to keep it open while healing. My research though came up with studies that showed a nearly 100% relapse. I consulted several more people including an expert in urethral constricton in So Cal before a decision was made that it was not likely to solve my issues due to the BPH.
On the positive side for you though, yours is not urethral but at the bladder neck. And I did not come across the use of steroids to reduce inflammation. Or the use of ongoing daily catheterization. And the fact that I think you said you had the procedure under general indicates they probably removed tissue rather than just making incisions to allow expansion from the catheter. So hoping you have success this time! After all you've been through you deserve a good outcome!!
My research indicates that Aquablation might be the best procedure. It seems to be the newest. Unfortunately no one doing it here in Australia, yet. Nearest practitioner to here is in HongKong. Doctor there replied to my enquiry. very promptly, but the cost was $20k USD ($30k AUD), ~3x local HoLEP laser.
Hi Doug thanks for information. I’m 58 years old going for Turp surgery in a few weeks.
I appreciate you taking the time out for us guys who are pre surgery.
I hope all goes well for you and that you are completely on the mend. Take care… Al
Al, I wish you all the best in this journey.
Sorry to hear what’s happening to you with that procedure. I thing that the good and professional doctor has the responsibility to tell to theirs patients about all this problems before the surgery. Thanks for your to share with the man who’s are having BPH. Issues.
Carlos, thank you for your comments. There is always a chance for more problems with any surgery. Best wishes to you.
Thank you for sharing Sir, hope you recover. You've possibly helped many of us with future decisions. Fasting and keto helps with general inflammation.
Thanks, Odys.
Many thanks for taking the time.
I'm doing better at this time. I still catheterize about every 4 or 5 days. The rest of the time, all is well. Take care, Chris.
Wish you the best.
Oh wow! Never knew about that. Makes me glad I'm in line to get the Urolift procedure shortly. Quick recovery and very low incidence of side effects/later issues.
Anthony, I wish you the best of luck with your Urolift. Great procedure, less invasive for sure. My Sister-in-law's brother had that several years ago and has had a great outcome. Hoping the same for you. Take care.
@@etudigger3340 Thank you, and thanks for the info!
Oh, man, you got so much torture???...Sorry to hear that, Sir. God bless you and wish you get better soon, my friend.
Furkat, thanks for the kind words. Blessings to you and your family.
Sitting here with my 3rd foley catheter in a month after repeated attempts tp do without it, accute retention after 4 years of flowmax, so now looking at folks experiences with various surgerys thank you for your video
Doug wishing you the best . Hoping for a smooth recovery . Stay positive . I wouldn’t be able to do self catheterization . 🙏🏽
Hi Dan. I was a little nervous about self-cath too, but I watched a few videos, and it's not that bad. Trust me, if you need to go and have a full bladder, you'll do whatever it takes. The funniest thing was having a female physician assistant holding my junk and threading the needle the first time. Take care, Doug
Daniel. I have prostate cancer and have self cathed for six months. I want you to know that you can do it. It is not fun at first, not at all, and never really, but you get used to it. Please be strong and know that is is 'do able." Really.
Doug, I have BPH and have been advised to self cath until surgery becomes necessary. How difficult was it? I hear and read from some guys it’s not bad once you get used to it
4 weeks ago I had the Urolift procedure. It was very painful. Lidocaine was not administered properly before procedure. I had to have a catheter for 2 days after the procedure. Several hours after the catheter was removed my bladder filled up. Trip to ER that night. I can relate to what you are going through. My provider is looking for a new urologist to take over my care. I can't bring myself to return the Dr. that did the procedure because of the level of pain I endured and his not talking to me the day of the procedure. Not one word before ,during or after the procedure. I have never had a Dr. not talk to me the day of procedure. Hope you get the improvement you need, good luck.
Rich, Wow, so sorry to hear that your procedure and doctor didn't work out. I hope you can find a surgeon who can correct any issues you have from your procedure. Praying for you, Brother.
Digger, before you had relapses, did you observe any small clots or specs of blood in your urine? I noticed some pink spots in my overnight pads. I had a major bleed out and bladder full of clots 25 days after initial surgery,and was readmitted for two more surgeries. Thx.
I had your exact experience with Urolift. The first 24 hours post-operative were some of the most intense pain I have ever had in my life. The doctor who performed the surgery didn't even stick around to see me in post-op. He ran off to vacation and I was miserable (and pissed). Felt like I had to pee every 2 minutes and the pain of peeing nothing but blood for almost 2 days was the worst pain ever. I finally achieved some relief from the procedure but about 3 months later, my syptoms completely returned. Of course, the MD told me he had 'never' had a failed Urolift procedure before and wanted to go back in to make sure they were situated properly. I declined. I could never go through that again. I'm back on prescription meds and have just resigned to accepting my condition. And I'm only 57 so I'm not real happy.
Thank you for the info, can not get hold of my Dr nor can my family Dr get him to call me, well spoken and concise
Thanks for sharing, I just had a biopsy and am waiting for the results. At this stage I'm shit scared of first the reults and the next step which is total removal of the prostate. Listening to your experience made it somewhat clear to what I might expect.
Glad to hear this since I have had two turp operations going for a another turp operation in about three weeks. Will ask my doctor about the bladder neck. Thank you very much.
Roger, what's up with three TURP's? My doctor told me prostate tissue grows slow. Do you live next to a nuclear reactor? Sorry, Brother. One TURP is bad enough, but three? Prayers to you.
Thanks for the update. Best wishes ... 👍
Good information - Thanks for sharing!
Thank You! Thank you very much! I am going to have TURP surgery soon.
wish you all the best!
Thanks, Bob. Praying for you too.
@@etudigger3340 Thank you-- I just went thru a horrible kidney cancer episode ( ultimate removal of entire right kidney), subsequent problems with post surgery nerve pain and apparent misplacing of breathing tube which left an ulceration on vocal cord, etc, etc, so I can feel your pain and frustration. I am hoping the best for both of us and so many others.
I’m so sorry to hear about this! I just had TURP surgery a few weeks ago, and you have me A bit worried now.
Anyhow, I hope things get better for you. Take care, sir!
Thanks Doug, I'm self educating before I see my doctor. Your video is very commendable. I not sure how I would handle self cath if that comes up. Not sure of all the options for this problem I have with urination frequency. I wonder if you had other operation options. I see on UA-cam a new procedure using water to open things up. Seems like that is rather new procedure at this time out of Jacksonville, Fla. I'm very glad you have taken the time to post you very informative video. I will be viewing your other videos as you suggested. I see the urologist next month...let you all know. I'm a Marine Vietnam vet with agent orange exposure. Camp Lejeune had a problem with chemicals in the water system back in the '60s. I wonder now what that may have done to us? Maybe a double whammy.
Larry, first of all, thanks for your service and "Welcome Home." Second, never trust the government; the reason for the Second Amendment. "Nuff said. My doctor and I did discuss other options but I chose the TURP and he agreed. I still don't have second thoughts about that. I wish you the best, whichever option you choose.
my husband is having a TURP proceedure and I would have been totally unprepared, prior to your video. I feel more like I have the right question, so I can help my husband and make recovery easier on him.
This comment is referring back to what to expect after surg.
Thank you for the education.
Linda, I'm so glad to have been a little help to you and your husband. Remember, your husband's surgery and recovery will probably be slightly different because of the surgeon, the procedure, any the recovery. I'm praying all goes well for both of you during and after the surgery. Please stay in touch as your information will assist other men too. God's blessings to you both. Doug
Dough thanks for the update. I had my TURP surgery on 1st April 2022 and prior to the surgery I saw your videos which were informative and helpful. I'm currently catheterised as following surgery I could not pass urine. I am at the stage of hoping for a successful outcome, fingers crossed. I will keep following your journey and wish you all the best for a successful final outcome. In your shoes I would be feeling a bit demoralised but you seem to be able to keep positive. Take care.
Mike, I hope you are doing well after your first week post-op. I'm still very positive about the TURP. My doctor said my prostate looks great so the TURP worked as expected. Now it's the bladder, but I'm still urinating better than before the TURP. The self-cath isn't that bad. Best wishes, Doug
Thanks for this update Doug. I recently had the laser procedure that went well except I now still have the bladder neck consticture. My doctor is recommending self catherization in hopes it opens the bladder. A big step for me to take after this disappointment? Leaving a full time catheter in is tolerable except for monthly changes.
Thanks, and good luck
A year out from my turp procedure I have exactly the same problem, repeated visits to my current urologist were unproductive, the last time I questioned him about bladder neck constricture and he said he didn't see any when he scoped me 6 months ago. If I don't take flowmax I shut down almost completely. I have to add that the urologist that did my surgery turned his back on me when I told him I had complications, he said he didn't remember my surgery and didn't know about any complications then hustled me out the door. The guy mentioned above is my NEW urologist. I had the old style TURP and not the laser, big mistake because all of my friends who had the laser came out great.
Much appreciated this and the previous videos. It doesn't sound pleasant at all, but I remember how my dad had to deal with bladder cancer. If he could go through that then I will just have to suck it up and go through it as you did.👍
Newchannel, thanks for your input. I wish you all the best. I'm doing better and I don't regret having the TURP procedure.
Thanks for all your video’s I am waiting fir clearance from my heart Dr. Then schedule the TURP procedure. Your information is helpful. I hope you are well now.
Ditch, I'm doing just fine. I pray you are doing well also. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
I am writing this 18 hours after surgery that took 50% longer than the target 60 minutes due to the size of the prostate.
Thank you for the explanations.
So far I passed one clot and no need to flush even once. I am hoping my luck holds out.
I did many Kegel exercises overnight which may have helped break up any big clots. Also, some surgeons do not seal up the bleeders well enough and it creates clot fields.
Also.... Guys.... 95% of the time this is an uneventful recovery and is a one and done thing. Many people will post their horror stories to vent. Uneventful surgeries and recoveries rarely give comments, so don't be scared.
Thanks for sharing.
So sorry you had to endure that. Thank you for sharing your story. Going to avoid TURP procedure I think.
Doug, very nice inputs. I had also bph issues. Frequet trips to bathroom. My urologist said that i must have a systoscopy done to see any scar tissue left after greenlight surgery done 8 years back. Now with your excellent presentation , i feel i should avoid the systoscopy procedure for the time being and try and manage symptoms with medications and supplements . Thanks again.
Peekay
Thanks for share. Good information.
Doug, thank you for your videos, you don't really know how you have helped us. I had Turp 6 weeks ago and so far no complications. Urinating good now. Have not tired sex yet. Too scared, taking it slow. Please continue to let us know how you are doing.
Sam, thanks for the kind words. I'm curious, do you have any burning or cramping when you urinate now that it's been six weeks? Here is what I'm experiencing a year after TURP and two Bladder Neck procedures; I orgasm just fine, but I do get a delayed burning sensation after I ejaculate. I don't know why, but I guess it's still healing. I understand your hesitation and it's your decision when you want to try sex again. I'm glad you are urinating like a young man, and I hope it stays that way. Best of luck on both issues.
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Doug, I never experienced any pain prior or after surgery. Just minor irritation end of penis where catheter was inserted, but that was nothing and went away after removal. No pain in retention. Had follow up appt recently and doc said I am free to do whatever I want, no restriction. I feel the sex will come back. I am just afraid I might mess up and end up in hospital with a catheter the rest of my life. I know I am being silly and will get over it. Best part is I only wake once a night to urinate. Before this 5 times would be considered a good night !!! Please let us all know your progress. We really are all in this together. Thanks again
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Doug. Informative video. I had a TURP in 2016 so thought I would chime in for the other commenters who have recently had the procedure. Thankfully, I have had no issues with my TURP whatsoever. My diagnosis came in the ER of my local hospital. Although I was seeing my urologists regularly sudden swelling of my prostate shut urine flow down causing extreme ankle swelling. I had TURP done and after the usual recovery time and issues all has been well. I was 66 and extremely active and am so today at 72.5. Regular exercise 4 -5 days a week. So if you have had, or scheduled to have a TURP in the future, hopefully your experience will more closely follow mine than Doug's. In any event, good luck to Doug and all you guys with PG issues. There doesn't seem to be a shortage of us out there.
Bobby, thanks for sharing your experience. I'm so happy for you since you have had no issues. Keep going like you're 25, my friend.
@@etudigger3340 Thanks Doug. Since I have done well and saw where so many were in the midst of this procedure just thought I would share a bit on the positive side. Sure do hope you turn the corner on this thing as well. Be safe and thanks for sharing your experience. I know many learn a lot from it.
I am having the exact same problem that you have described here. I had the TURP and my recovery was terrible, burning & bladder spasm, I started peeing much better after about 3 weeks and now I am having the same problem with burning and having a very weak stream and getting at night almost every hour to pee just small amounts, in the day I have less pain but still a weak stream.
I will be talking to my surgeon August 2 and tell him all the trouble I am having. I have to admit, that I am very frustrated and a bit scared. I was told the TURP surgery is easy, but for me it is a nightmare. Your description of Bader Neck issues sounds like what I have even earlier than what you have gone through. My surgery was only 6 weeks ago, and I am having so much trouble.
Thank you for such a detailed description of what might be my problem as well. Ed
Ed, I'm sorry to hear you are suffering the same after-surgery symptoms that I had. It's very frustrating because we have such high hopes only to have a major setback. Please stay in touch and let me know what your surgeon says about your condition. Praying for you, Brother. Doug
@@etudigger3340 Well my surgeon has put back on a permanent catheter for the next 25 days and on anti-biotics for 30 days as he says I have a bad UTI. He wants to have the infection under control then he will scope me again to see what the blockage is. That will happen middle of August.
I had PVP laser surgery in February 2022 because Flowmax stopped working on my BPH after 24 years of taking it. For the first two months after, I was peeing like a firehose and was beyond thrilled! Then my stream slowed to a garden hose, and now its back to a trickle. I have to rush to the bathroom every 30 min or so during the day, and am getting up 2-3 times a night which is worse than it was before the surgery. I have been avoiding talking to my urologist because I dont want more surgery, but at this point having a catether is more appealing than my "trickle every 30 min" schedule. I do scar easily, so perhaps what I have is the same as you experienced. Thank you for sharing.
Andrew, I'm so sorry to hear you are experiencing the same issues as me. I understand your concern about future surgery, but it's your decision about your treatment options. I do recommend you at least go and speak with your surgeon to discuss your current situation. I think these issues are more common than what we are told. I'm praying for you, my Brother. God's blessings to you. Doug
@@etudigger3340 Thank you Doug. I did go see my Dr, and I had bladder retention as well as a UTI. I went though a course of antibiotics, and his nurse scheduled me for a cystoscopy in September. In the mean time, he has me self-catheterizing 3 times a day, and my symptoms are back under control. I am very happy. I will see what my Dr has to say after he looks, but I have gotten so much relief from intermittent catheterizing I would prefer that to more surgery. I appreciate your prayers!
Praying for your health……
Having a TURP July 8th saw your first video about after surgery and it eased my mind. Sorry to hear about your experience and a speedy recovery.
Everyone is built different and results vary. I have confidence that mine will go well.
BNC is very rare after TURP
But like I always tell my docs never tell me the odds lol.
I had a prostate biopsy about 5 years ago (old way through the rectum) and went septic two days later. In hospital for 10 days. So I’m always weary when it comes to myself and my prostate.
But like I said prior, your original post op video eased my mind and apparently many others.!
I had to straight cath for a bit myself but I created a false passage and messed things up
Hence why I’m on a chronic catheter until my procedure.
I hope this resolves and you’ll get your quality of life back
DPB, I agree with you about everyone being different. I'm so happy my doctor stays away from biopsy's unless absolutely necessary. I'm doing better with my Bladder Neck Contracture so I'm thrilled with the results. Let's keep our fingers crossed that we both have great, long term, results. Best of luck on the 8th.
@@etudigger3340 thank you sir!
DPB you Mentioned when you were using catheter you messed things up somehow you missed? Could you kindly explain a little more I’m scared Blue about having to self catheter. If you can write a couple of lines and explain , I understand if you can’t but would be much appreciated...
thanks
@@johndarrow1995 hi
I did something called creating a false channel. So every time I put the catheter in it was not going towards the bladder. So I couldn’t get the urine out.
Make sure your urologist or the nurse goes over how to self cath. It’s a rare occurrence but it happens. Just relax and breath when self cathing. I was doing great until one night I was rushing it.
Thank You for sharing !
Steve, If you are going through TURP or BNC, I hope my video helps you too.
went thru a microwave procedure 2012 it helped me very much 100% However now i likely need another procedure. Because Now i'm on Terozasin 2mg and Finasteride 5mg.Don't like to take any of this medication but I'll start to get up at night 2-3x I'm 84 Years old.The microwave Surgery really helped me .My Dr told me I'll see you in 3 years but lasted me 10 years
But I'll begin to show signs again. Liked your post your explanation was clear However the TURP Procedure I wasn't familiar with and also your state where it was done ?
Doug, praying for you in hopes that your current procedure takes care of this once and for all.
In my case, after ongoing TURP in November of 2021, about 3 months later, I had scar blockage but it was located at the very tip of my penis and I would pee with allot of pressure. Imagine when one covers the tip of a water hose with your thumb and the water comes out with increased pressure. Told my doctor and he went ahead and tried to insert the camera through my penis to check on that but because of the blockage he was not able to do so. Asked the nurse for forceps and was successful at opening the way for the camera. That hurt for a moment...or two!
From then on, I have been having no issues and hope you stay the same.
I had my TURP in 2018 I think.
Had no problems since.
It was done by a young lady surgeon under the supervision of an experienced consultant. From the conversation during the procedure (I had a spinal anaesthetic) I got the impression that it was her first solo TURP. By then it was a bit late to object if I had even wanted to, because there always has to be a first time. Brilliant job and I'm sure she'll go far.
Trev, glad you are doing so well. Yep, we all have to learn from an experienced teacher. Take care.
Doug after a radical prostatectomy I had a leak at the connection of the bladder to the urethra. It took about 5 months of wearing a Foley catheter for the opening to heal. Things were okay for about 3 months then the symptoms you describe kicked in. Well that was 2 years ago and after multiple attempts to keep things following the bladder neck contracture has not been resolved. At best I get 3 to 4 months relief. My urologists are concerned that further attempts to open things up will permanently compromise the bladder neck tissue. The neck is totally closed. So after my last emergency room visit in May 2022 a Supra pubic catheter was inserted. So while this is not the solution that I hoped for it is manageable alternative if all else fails.
Thank you for this video. I hope you are better and back to ‘normal’. I had my second TURP in late Nov. My first TURP was 10 years ago and very successful. Problems returned and I had the second TURP. This time, not so successful. I have weak stream,
Frequent urination, and leakage. I am going in for a scope in May. My Doc says he thinks I have a stricture. I don’t know what the cure is, but I hope things can get corrected.
Thank you Doug for your sincerity and positive approach. I’m just entering the program and a little sensitive to invasive surgery. Your honest approach is much appreciated. Bob - Canmore, Alberta Canada.
Bob, Thanks for the kind words. I hope my information can help others who are facing a TURP procedure and the possible side effects. I wish you all the best in your journey. Stay in touch. Your information is important to everyone. Doug - High Ridge, Missouri.
thank you very informative
Your attitude towards life in general is very encouraging Doug ! There are not many people with a positive attitude like you ! I myself am a urologist and do plenty of TURP surgeries
Thank you for the kind words, Neeraj. As I walk through life, I see people who are in much worse shape than me, so I do count my blessings. Thanks to all the skilled urologists who do what they can to help us in our time of need.
Neeraj, what type of TURP procedure do you prefer?
Bipolar TURP these days ...we don't have laser yet ...
God bless you, thank you for sharing.
Ditto to what Greg Rogers said.
Not really looking forward to an upcoming TURP, but getting up 3 or 4 times every night is a real drag too.
Well I must thank you very much for sharing this with us. As a TURPS recipient myself here's hoping this doesn't happen to me
I hope you're right. It's not a lot of fun, but neither was the TURP. Take care.
Thanks Doug, very helpful information. I'm 70 yrs old, on uroxatrol (about 4 years) then needed to add finasteride for last 6 months and seems to be working with little or no side effects. My urologiist thinks I'm borderline after results from urocuff tests, he suggests TURP either now or review again in 6 months, thinks I will eventually need it. I'm concerned about side effects such as yours. Hopefully others will pipe in with their experience.
Don, my TURP worked as expected, but I'm just one of the low number of people with this Bladder Neck Contracture condition. There are other options if you don't want to try the TURP. Speak with your doctor and do your own research. It's your decision, not your doctor's. Best wishes.
@@etudigger3340 Thank You Doug! Looking forward to your next post.
Doug thanks for sharing it , sorry to hear this , I am so worried, I have not done any of these procedure but thinking about RESUM , God help me with this .
Adam, please remember, bladder neck contracture does not always occur with every TURP or any other prostate procedure. It is possible due to an overactive healing response; that's my problem. Consult your doctor about this or any other common post-op problems. Prostate or bladder problems; which is worse? I still prefer going to the bathroom with a somewhat weaker stream than the problems with an enlarged prostate and taking 5 minutes to empty my bladder. God's blessings to you. Doug
I feel for you brother
I had all the same problems, but after radiation treatment (seeds), NOT after a TURP, including the need for chronic self-catherterization for a few months to try to avoid the recurrent scar tissue. But in addition, the seeds caused bladder cancer to occur a couple of years later! Fortunately, all this happened within a four year period some 8 years ago, so I no longer need to self-catheterize nor frequent a urologist, though still needing to urinate once every nighttime. Time heals all wounds.
Tom, sorry to hear that, but I'm glad you are cancer free. Blessings to you.
Very helpful. Thanks Doug!🇺🇸 12:00
Please keep us updated. Haven’t turp’d yet, keeping my fingers crossed on what will happen. Hang in there.
Arts, Good luck with your future. Generally, it doesn't get any better on its own. I still don't regret my decision to have the TURP.
Thanks for your posts, Doug. I have had bph for 15 yrs. Recently I started Saw Palmetto + Nettle and it seems to be working. Time will tell, but I'm only getting up once nightly as compared to 3 to 4 times previously. I really didn't like the side effects of finasteride so I tried alternative methods. A friend of mine had laser surgery but I don't know yet what side effects he may have.
Roger, I hope the Saw Palmetto and Nettle works for you. Anything natural has to be better than invasive surgery. Best wishes.
I too was diagnosed with an enlarged prostate, probably with a routine check up at 60yo. Don't worry, the urologist said, we can treat it with meds if you begin having peeing issues. I didn't like the sound of it after reading a few things so started on a saw Palmetto supplement. Year on year, urology man kept checking, asking if had problems, I think I even detected a smirk as I said I had started on SP. My peeing flow did begin to slow although I was never one to have to go through the night, but I read that pumpkin seeds were also recommended, which I have with my breakfast cereal. I take now, a Saw Palmetto, and Calabaza oil tablet twice daily, in addition to a host of supplements and vitaminsfor other purposes. Touch wood, all systems ok, flow not exactly perfect, but it's eight years or so since that initial warning. The interesting thing is, the urologist doesn't do an ultrasound scan any more to check the size, he just goes on the blood results which he thinks is ok.
Hi Doug, I just had TURP 17 days ago. My story is bit more involved because following open heart surgery sixteen months ago it left me with an inability to urinate more than say 5ml every 20 minutes. No one will believe me that prior to my heart surgery, yes, I didn't exactly urinate every time with a strong stream but I was 'getting by'. But finally, they said I needed TURP since the other procedures like Urolift and the Rezum Vapor steam procedure were not offered to me. Currently, I do urinate, but with some difficulty and some minor discomfort, but after wearing a Foley Cath for sixteen months I'll take anything.....I cannot see myself ever doing Self-catherization and each time they put a 16fr or 18fr cath into me I would scream and when they would deflate the cath and take it out I'd scream one loud yelp but mercifully that is brief. I am sincerely thinking of your situation and I currently as I said only urinate now, maybe 100 to 200ml at a time (and the urine is bloody like red wine but I'm hoping that will clear up over time) ~ I hope I do not develop Bladder Neck Contracture! God bless you -
Thanks Doug, 3 months ago I had my prostate removed and at the moment I'm in the same trouble waiting to go back in to get the blader neck constriction removed I have 6 days to go before the operation and at this stage I don't know if I'll make it before it closes up completely. Them prostates were the most badly designed part of a Man. Thanks again for putting up your videos. Cheers from Ireland.
Ted, I'm so sorry to hear you are experiencing Bladder Neck Contracture too. Not much fun, for sure. We have such high hopes after prostate surgery only to get knocked back down with BNC. I had my third procedure in December of 2022, but this time my bladder specialist injected some type of cancer medicine into the scar tissue. I don't know the name of the medicine, but it is designed to stop cell growth. So far, I'm doing really well, so you may want to ask your doctor if he/she has ever heard of that procedure. Wishing you all the best and stay in touch so we all can help each other. God's blessing to you, my friend. Doug
@@etudigger3340 Thank you so much for your kind words Doug. At least I have another night done. It's diffenitly getting worse, I have to sit on the Toilet for about 5 minutes to get out as much as I can. I will certainly mention it to my Urologist but they don't give away a lot of information and we're not supposed to know anything. With God's help we'll all see a better day. I'm delighted to hear that you are on the road to a pain free life and that's what makes life worth living. A pain free life.
Doug, I'm sorry to hear about your complications and wish you the best of luck. Based on my own experience having had the HOLEP procedure I would encourage folks to look at having that vs TURP. While no procedure is perfect and each has its own complications, I do feel the HOLEP is better. It has a less than 2% retreatment. The issue is finding a good surgeon who has done hundreds of these not just a few. The main drawback of HoLEP is its steep learning curve for the doctors so alot of offices do not even offer it and also finding a hospital that has the equipment. I was fortunate to live in a area where this is available. So far it has been a month since my HOLEP procedure and things are going nicely, I guess time will tell.
Mike, thanks for the support. I still support the TURP and any new and improved procedures. I'm still self-cathing every few days and so far I am not having any issues. Like you said, I guess time will tell. Take care, Brother.
Michael, what do you think the advantages are choosing HOLEP vs other turp procedures? I am trying to decide which procedure in the near future.
@@happycamper5900 I would go with the HOLEP procedure over TURP any time. I am not a Dr. but I had the HOLEP procedure and my prostate was over 200 grams. It has been 3 months since my procedure and my life has changed for the better. I have had no issues what so ever, I can empty my bladder fully and go for hours without having to go. If you want to watch some good videos go to youtube and look for Dr. Amy Krambeck she is one of the best in the country and based on what she says has had to fix many TURP procedures that failed. Always fine the best Dr. in your area if you can. If you do have the HOLEP make sure it is a Dr. that has done many of the procedures and is not just learning. Even if you have to go outside the area you live do that if that what it takes.
@@michaelellis4455 Thanks for the excellent advice.
Thanks for sharing God bless get well!
Thanks, Zane. God's blessings to you and your family too.
Thanks Doug for your report. I'm 77 and had a TURP proceedure about three years ago - one of the best things I have done to improve my life. As you say getting up three or four times during the night is a real intrusion into good healthy sleep and the procedure came just in time for me to avoid some embarrasement when being more than 200 yards from bathroom facilites. This could also be quite painful.
I have been left with one side effect - i'm fit and active and after the procedure still have sex, however the semen is no longer ejaculated normally but travels backward into the bladder as a consequence of the 'weakening' of the bladder sphincter which you are refering to. Nevertheless this is a small price to pay for the comfort of sitting with my friends and my 30 year old son and being the one who doesnt have to keep going to the backroom. And the pleasure of a proper nights sleep and more than five years of broken sleep and medication is a real gift.
Good luck buddy.
Pete, I'm glad you are doing so well. I pray you continue to have no issues. The retrograde ejaculation is no big deal, unless you are planning to have more children at 77. It's possible. You may have to date a 25 year old women...Darn the bad luck. LOL.
I dont understand why u ppl go for TURP...this has got lot of side effects....instead go for green laser surgery
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I’m sorry to hear about all your problems after your procedure. I also suffer from BPH. I chose not to go through any of those barbaric procedures. I chose medication prescribed by my doctor. The medication is Alfozosin. I’ve been taking it for two years now and it works great In relaxing the prostate muscle so I’m able to urinate normal. The only way I would go through any of those procedures is as a last resort. I feel it is up to me to educate myself so I I’ve researched all of the different procedures and they all seem to cause some sorts of side effects. Good luck to you on your recovery.
I hear docs now saying that med causes dementia
I know your pain, I’ve urethroplasty over 12 times. Because dilation doesn’t work, I’ve even had cold knife with mitomycen injections. I’ve even woke up when I couldn’t go at all. Did the self cath, didn’t make a difference, now I get scoped every six months.
Thanks. I look for patient reviews like yours, instead of urology corporation reviews with a "happy patient".
i just got a holep procedure done in japan. its pretty similar to the turp. its just uses a different tool to cut with. the doctor showed me a bottle of all the prostate tissue that was taken out and wow it was much more than i had envisioned. There were some big chunks! but my question to you is did your doctor send any of your extracted prostate tissue to pathology for cancer screening? i asked my dr and he said no
My TURP procedure was done on 1/26/23. After three days my catheter bag looked like the color of Merlot. Was still in the hospital, so they did a "trial" catheter removal for six hour and no go. Did a second TURP and found a few places that needed to be cauterized. After two more days in the hospital, two more removal "trials" but no go. Total of nine days in the hospital! Finally went home with a leg bag and then two more removal "trials" over the next two weeks, but still no go. It's now the end of May and I'm self cathetering four or five times a day. I do get the urge to pee on my own, but it's not a complete drain. Had a urodynamics test done and the Dr says I have a restriction, but he wants to "wait and see" while everything heals up. Now have an appointment with a neurologist to see if there's a connection between the urinary issue and my diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Just FYI.....
Rick, I'm so sorry to read you are having continued issues after your TURP. I know you were as hopeful for good results as all men, myself included, but sometimes things don't go as we hope. I'm praying you will eventually have better results in the near future. Blessings to you.