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Urology (Expert Forum)
Post-TURP incontinence
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
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Post-TURP incontinence
by fedupnow, Dec 17, 2005 12:00AM
I went through a laser TURP on 12/15. Today they removed the catheter and after urinating twice in the hospital, I have had no urge to go since. I have however, been freely leaking constantly for about 5 hours. I have leaked volumes of urine. My question is:
Is this leaking normal?
What is the usual recovery period if any?
Is there anything you can recommend I do to relieve some of the symptoms?
What are the chances this is going to be a permanent problem?
Thank you for any help you can provide.
Is this leaking normal?
What is the usual recovery period if any?
Is there anything you can recommend I do to relieve some of the symptoms?
What are the chances this is going to be a permanent problem?
Thank you for any help you can provide.
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Dec 19, 2005 12:00AM
, Dec 19, 2005 12:00AM
Incontinence is a known side effect of the TURP - occurring in about 2 percent of patients. Most cases will resolve over weeks - but can vary depending on the patient.
You may want to ensure there is no other cause of the incontinence - for instance, you can obtain a urinalysis to ensure infection isn't present.
There is a possibility this may not resolve - but cannot comment on the exact number without evaluation.
I would discuss this with your urologist.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_b
You may want to ensure there is no other cause of the incontinence - for instance, you can obtain a urinalysis to ensure infection isn't present.
There is a possibility this may not resolve - but cannot comment on the exact number without evaluation.
I would discuss this with your urologist.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_b
Member Comments
by john671, May 09, 2008 08:44PM
A related discussion, incontinence was started.
