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Bladder retntion and using a catheter

Posted by christophers @christophers, Jan 12 1:32pm

I had a prostate cancer scare almost 4 years ago and I had a prostate biopsy done. Overnight after the biopsy, I could never empty my bladder again. My urine retention is absolutely awful. I can squeeze and strain, but only a little comes out. I have tried Kegel exercises, Flomax pills and nothing works. I have to self catharize daily, it's an absolute nightmare. I can retain nearly 2 liters before feeling like I have to empty my bladder. One of my testicles has permanently stayed higher than the other as well, not sure if this has anything to do with it. I am really struggling with this, any help would be great, thank you.

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jeff Marchi | @jeffmarc | Jan 12 4:22pm

There is a Turp procedure that is done to remove the excess prostate tissue in the urethra that frequently causes this. You need to speak to a urologist to find if that can be done to relieve your problem.

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christophers | @christophers | Jan 13 8:16am
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There is a Turp procedure that is done to remove the excess prostate tissue in the urethra that frequently causes this. You need to speak to a urologist to find if that can be done to relieve your problem.

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@jeffmarc Thank you so much for your responses. Have you known anyone who has had this and it worked successfully?

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jeff Marchi | @jeffmarc | Jan 13 11:10am
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@jeffmarc Thank you so much for your responses. Have you known anyone who has had this and it worked successfully?

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At least one person in this forum has reported having it done and it making a difference. You really need to speak to a urologist about this. They are experienced with it and can give you a lot more feedback than I can.

You can also search the web and see what AI has to say about it. There is a lot of information available.

People who have prostate cancer don’t usually have a TURP, They have a prostatectomy or radiation so they don’t have the same issues anymore,

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Cheryl, Volunteer Mentor | @cehunt57 | Feb 10 10:03pm

Since the Bladder Conditions Group was begun there are several discussions focusing on urine / bladder retention. Some of them also mention the TURP procedure. I think there are some members who have had this done and have shared their experiences in these discussions. You are not alone. Many years ago my dad had a prostate cancer scare. He went through a biopsy. Good news, he did not have prostate cancer. Bad news, after the biopsy he developed incontinence. I’m not sure which is worse retention or incontinence! Thankfully the incontinence was temporary and resolved.

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