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Post Op Urinary problems

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glenda_82112
glenda_82112

I'm on 3 weeks post op sigmoid colectomy surgery.  During my 6 days in the hospital I had a cathedor. I was released with vicoden (for spasms ) & Norco.  I have no issue with going #2, but #1 has me concerned.  Almost like I have a UTI but no infection.  Strong urge to go,  hardly anything comes out and it's like being blocked.  As the day goes on it gets better.  It's nights that have me concerned. I am up at least 4 times where before I could sleep all night. From what I understand that is what the Vicoden is for to stop the spasms.  Does anyone know how long it takes for the swelling to go down so I can stop taking Vicoden? 

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  • Rhiannon_5000
    Rhiannon_5000 glenda_82112

    Posted

    Wish I could help Glenda. I think we've had different surgeries. 6 days is a long time to have catheter in . I had mine out next day, however I do feel uncomfortable when I wee sometimes. Maybe ring your surgeons  office? Hope you get this resolved . 

  • Katealso
    Katealso glenda_82112

    Posted

    Hi Glenda,

         Did the surgeon tell you if the bowel was attached to the bladder? It may take along time to heal! However if you are having burning or feel like you are not emptying completely you should have a culture done. The longer you have the catheter in the risk goes up for infection. Vicodin and Norco are both for pain check with your Dr if you should be taking both.

    If you are drinking a lot of water as the Dr ordered that could be the reason  for getting up at night.

    Kate

    • Rhiannon_5000
      Rhiannon_5000 Katealso

      Posted

      Good point there, infections are notorious after catheterisation . My inflammatory mass ( called a phlegmon) was stuck to my bladder and I still have discomfort. But it's getting better . 

    • Katealso
      Katealso Rhiannon_5000

      Posted

      It took me several weeks for the bladder twinges and lower back pain to go away!  And I didn’t have bladder involvement. Everyday is a new day with healing!

      Kate

    • Rhiannon_5000
      Rhiannon_5000 Katealso

      Posted

      I am the same. Still back pain 4 weeks down the track but much better. My main problem now is nausea and pain sometimes at iliostomy site.
    • Katealso
      Katealso Rhiannon_5000

      Posted

      I had nausea too but not the kind that comes from the stomach it was in my throat. That was weird! Hang in there . Sometimes it’s two steps forward and one back! But it gets much better

      Kate

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