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Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) Surgery Options
I had a Urolift procedure last February for my BPH symptoms and it was a total failure. The implants are still in position though. I am looking for a different procedure to alleviate my BPH problem and Rezum seems to be a good alternative. Can it be done considering my prior Urolift procedure. If not, what would be your recommendation.
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Great. Thank you. I live in Colorado and my UD is trained in Rezum but not HOLep. I am hoping that if I get to go to Mayo that I don't have to stay in a hotel for week or two while they re-do the pre-ops, that they accept all test results results that my current doctor has.
Hello @rfherald! There was minimal testing for me when I went for my HoLEP procedure. I had submitted the images and report collected when the VA did the Cystoscopy and found that my prostate was enlarged and protruding up into my bladder. This was pretty much all I needed to obtain the appointment. Following the initial visit on the first appointment, I reported to the Mayo Clinic on the day before surgery. During that visit, they took blood samples, did an EKG, and an ultrasound of my bladder, and a before surgery bladder emptying test to benchmark how well I was urinating. That was pretty much it on day one. Day 2 was the actual surgery. Day 3 was removal of the Foley and perhaps a test to see how well I was urinating. Because of my distance from the Mayo, I stayed one more night….on the last day I did a urine test, spoke with the Urology Team, and then wet home. You’ve had Rezum, it might be that they require more than what my pre-surgery condition required. You’ll just have to ask about that when you speak with them! We’re all interested in how this goes for you so please keep us posted friend…..we’ll be thinking about you!
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1 ReactionKayak461. I am 6 weeks out from my HoLEP procedure. My flow decreased at week 3 and I started having discomfort in the urethra urinating. My flow was really good up to week 3. What was your experience during that period?
Hi Panacea15! I’ve had good success….my flow was/is very good. I did not experience the discomfort or decreased flow you speak of! If you haven’t already done so, either call or email the Urology Department and tell them what you are experiencing! Could be something going on that you need to address !
I did and they said my symptoms would vary for 3 months while I heal.
I’m sorry to hear of your troubles. For what it’s worth….you might keep a log of your discomfort and flow rates. I think I had a follow up appointment at 3 months…that included a flow test! Having a record is always a good thing when you can think of it…..helps Doctors as well. Dog gone it….I wished you felt better!
With my Holep coming up....wondered how long the recovery takes. How long till I feel healthy, I have a long anticipated vacation coming up , and wondered if I would be well enough to go. Thanks..for information.
Although each of us are in a different health situation, for me….I could tell a huge difference as soon as they removed the Foley and I urinated for the first time following HoLEP. The positive results were immediate for me. There is a recovery period that you’ll follow….but I felt great after the Foley was removed. I contacted the Mayo once or twice after I went home to ask if something was normal….you might be taking it easy for 6-8 weeks post surgery! Keep the faith pal, listen to your body, don’t over do it!
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1 ReactionThanks...had Foley in/out for 1 year....drivin me crazy. Hoping we can get this thing cleared up.
u cant do another round of green light? did it gave you retro? Thank you