No, but I developed a fierce UTI a year after getting radiation (SBRT) to my prostate, because of some minor damage to the bladder where it touches the prostate, and the irritation lasted for several months (including some very dramatic bloody urine). I imagine it's a similar situation with surgery — things are very sensitive down there.

From my family doctor:

1. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. The more water you drink (within safe limits), the less likely your bladder will become irritated, and the faster it can flush out an infection.

2. Reduce or eliminate bladder irritants like caffeine, alcohol, carbonated drinks, and spicy foods (there doesn't seem to be a consensus on whether citrus helps or hurts). I had to go down to one cup of tea/day, and couldn't have any tea on a day when I was planning a small glass of wine.

3. There's no shame in wearing a pad for a while if you need to. They make special ones for men that are much more absorbant, but still discrete. Ditto for keeping a urinal bottle beside the bed at night, so that you don't have to run for the bathroom in the dark.

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