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Aquablation: Post-surgery expectations
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Thank you to everyone who has shared your experiences w/ Aquablation.
I am scheduled for this procedure on Oct 15 with Kaiser Permanente in Lone Tree, CO.
I will keep this site updated on my progress.
I am 83, 5' 8" & weigh 155#. I have been in excellent health my entire life. I have had a gym routine for the past 40+years , 3 to 4 days/week. I am still hiking, skiing & dirt bike riding.
I have been struggling with declining urination for probably 8 to 10 years. Two years ago, I developed a UTI, needed a catheter for 5 to 6 weeks & went on Flomax & now Finasteride.
Fast forward to August 11, another UTI, antibiotics, catheter for a week, infection cleared. After catheter was removed, I could not urinate. Catheter went back & in I contracted another UTI last week.
Having a catheter for 2 months has been a challenge.
I am hoping for a good result.
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@techee
I was completely asymptomatic until I lost the ability to pee. On a catheter for 4 months...two infections....including one with Seratia. Flowax and Finesteride cratered my blood pressure. I had my surgery last September and was 120 grams. Glad to report I'm still peeing like a racehorse with no sexual side effects. Just had my annual physical and my doctor could feel my prostate is enlarged. Not a surprise as my surgeon told me Aquablation removes about 50%. That would put me around 60 grams...bigger than normal. If this happens again down the road I would do another aquablation.
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@techee I think you will be very pleased with the results of your procedure. I had mine two weeks ago. My flow rate is alteady showing marked improvement. Just know there is definitely a recovery process that varies by person. Mine has gone well with occasional hiccups such as red urine if I’m being more active than I should be. It’s very important I’ve found to drink lots of water. To remind myself, i fill a clear pitcher of water when I get up and try to finish it by 8 pm or so. This helps prevent discomfort when going and helps keep it as clear as possible. Earlier on it helped me pass small clots.