In talking with my urologist, there are multiple possible treatments for urethra stricture disease. The less invasive treatment is to have the scar tissue cut out, which is what I did. The problem with this procedure is that there is an 85-90 percent chance that the scar tissue comes back in 6-8 months. Mine came back and they wanted to do the same procedure again and then have me to self-catharize myself every three months or so. I didn't like that option.

So now I am in discussions, with a new urologist that specializes in this disease, about a more invasive procedure call Urethroplasty which is supposed to have an 85-90 percent success rate.

A general urologist typically does not perform the more invasive procedure and will not initially offer it as a possible solution. There are multiple treatment options as possibilities.

I suggest that if you are diagnosed with scar tissue in your urethra and/or bladder (urethra stricture disease) that you find a Urologist that is experienced with the disease so that they can discuss all the options with you. Keep in mind that every patient can have a different diagnosis and should discuss their particular case with the doctor.

In my case, I had/have your symptoms and others (slow stream, urgency to urinate, and leakage etc.) I hope this helps and good luck. JLP