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After TURP - did it solve/cure nocturia/frequency/urgency issues?

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tom86211
tom86211

Had a PAE last year. Due to median lobe issue it didn't help much with my nocturia and frequency/urgency issues during the day. One option is TURP - plasma button or other. For those of you who have had this procedure did it cure/help the nocturia/frequency/urgency issues that are so common with BPH?. I have to get up to go to the bathroom at least 5-6 times per night. I haven't had a good night's sleep in years.

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    John,

    I have done CIC in the past. At first it was impossible, scary and painful. But, I sent for 14fr hydrophilic catheters and was able to get the job done. It saved me from a few difficult situations until I was able to void on my own (after radiation for prostate cancer). This is not something I would want to do on a regular basis. I know, one gets used to the process. But, it's still difficult and only something I would do if I absolutely had no other choice. For those who do get used to it, it's easy.

    Tom

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