Urolift Experiences
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Greetings All, I am starting this discussion as a means of informing other men out there what they can expect from this relatively new procedure. I would ask that your experiences and comments be in reference to Urolift only.
I am scheduled to have this procedure two days from now. My urologist says I am the perfect candidate. I am 65 years old with an enlarged prostate. I don't smoke or drink. I exercise regularly, including a 2-mile run three times a week. My primary symptoms are bladder retention (250 - 500cc) and a weak stream. I get up to urinate once each night and go maybe six times during the day. I have been on meds for 8 years--Fanasteride (Proscar - stopped 4 years ago) and Doxazosin (Flomax - still taking.) No erectile disfunction. My expectations of this procedure are that my symptoms will remain the same and that I will be able to stop the Doxazosin. Beyond this, my hope is that my symptoms will actually improve. I will provide updates as I go through the process.
If you have experienced Urolift, please join me in providing helpful information to others who are considering this procedure.
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alan1951 bill_wdb
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jj1003 bill_wdb
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alan1951 bill_wdb
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bill_wdb alan1951
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bill_wdb jj1003
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Heat rash on stomach and chest after working outside on a hot summer day. Not a problem from late fall to early spring.
Drowsiness--need a nap in the afternoon
A feeling of weakness
Difficulty adjusting to temperature change. I shiver uncontrollably when I step into the cold--and, of course, the heat rash.
Some night sweats.
ChuckP bill_wdb
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mal7896 bill_wdb
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bret16948 bill_wdb
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bill_wdb bret16948
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arniUSA bill_wdb
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It has worked great for me. I stopped taking the tamsulosin 10 days after the surgery. I do not get up to urinate during the night at all; I sometimes sleep for 10 hours. I can go for 3 or 4 hours during the day without having to urinate.
I was the first patient that was treated in Torrance California by skyline urology Associates. It was performed by dr. Mark Stratton. Because I was the first patient I was completely put under anesthesia in a hospital. I had a catheter put in before I left the hospital and I did urinate; I kept it in for 3 days. I would anticipate that the results for other patients would be even better than my results since I was a guinea pig for this doctor and he is bound to get better at doing this.
kenneth1955 bill_wdb
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evan70088 kenneth1955
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Hello Kenneth,
I am a 51 year old male with BPH and I just started taking the generic Flomax everyday. I don't like the side effects and was considering Urolift. I noticed you had a good experience a few years ago and I was wondering if the results are still satisfactory now? I'd appreciate any advice.
With Gratitude,
Evan
liftednow1015 evan70088
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Taking drugs for BPH changes your life, almost invariably for the worse.
Urolift is a life-changer, almost invariably for the better.
I got my life back when I had my Urolift.
It cost me several £K. Best money I ever spent.
IMHO you will not regret it.
RalphK evan70088
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It will most definitely be the BEST move ever. There may be some discomfort in the beginning but it is all worth it. I still have to take a flomax every day but the results are so much better. I can sleep all through the night with maybe one trip to the bathroom and when on a trip I don't have to stop every hour. I am so glad I chose this instead of the other outdated and dangerous methods of Prostate repair.
Ralph
kenneth1955 RalphK
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RalphK kenneth1955
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I am sure that it was a big surprise, you might just have a slight infection that happens. There are days that I don't pee at all some days it's non stop but I can't complain. MUCH better than before...Good Luck...
kenneth1955 RalphK
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I am happy for you That all is working out. Been good for a while I know things happen. Doctor said he will get a hold of me when the culture come back. Most likely in the morning. Just went to the bathroom. Same color. My groin hurts. Going to take a hot bath and relax. I just hope he don't decide to put me in the hospital. The last time this happy I was in the hospital. Had to be flushed out and 2 days with IV antibiotics. I guess that's life. Take it easy Ken .