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Urology (Expert Forum)
post surgery problems
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
KevinMD.com
Questions in the Urology forum are answered by Dr. Stephen Liroff, affiliated with the Henry Ford Hospital. Topics covered include benign prostate disease, penis curvature, cystisis, kidney stones, pediatric urology, prostate, sexual dysfunction, urinary tract infections (UTI), and urological cancers.
post surgery problems
by cashflow, Jan 21, 2005 12:00AM
I'm a 50 year old male in good general health. On October 27, 2004 I had laser surgery for BPH. Now almost 3 months later, although my urine stream is much stronger and easier to start, I still have pain when urinating and intense urgency, as well as leaking during excersize or coughing. Also, for the past month, when I ejaculate I expel quite a bit of urine (about 1/2 cup). My doctor says to wait another month and see if it improves, but I can't find any information about these post op symptoms. Is this at all normal? Is it time for a 2nd opinion?
Thanks
Thanks
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Jan 23, 2005 12:00AM
, Jan 23, 2005 12:00AM
I am not aware of that complication as well - but my experience in this area is limited since I am not a urologist. I would check for the usual things like infection (a urinalysis as well as a digital rectal exam would be reasonable), but if the symptoms continue, a cystoscopy can be considered to evaluate for any further lower GU disease.
If the evaluation continues to be non-revealing, a 2nd urological opinion can never hurt.
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.
Medical Weblog:
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If the evaluation continues to be non-revealing, a 2nd urological opinion can never hurt.
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.
Medical Weblog:
kevinmd_b
Member Comments
by AustinM, Oct 14, 2008 04:31AM
A related discussion, post BPH laser Tx was started.
