KRMC Urolift Discharge Instructions
General Expectations
Some men may experience discomfort after the procedure. On occasion, some bloody discharge may be apparent from the penis. You may have soreness in the lower abdomen, and it may be uncomfortable to sit. You may experience the need to urinate more frequently and with greater urgency. These are all normal reactions to the procedure. It is important to take care of yourself the next couple of days to facilitate a speedy recovery.
The following are some suggestions:
1.Have someone drive you home after the procedure if you took the oral Valium. (If you used the nitrous, you can drive yourself home.)
2.Drink plenty of water.
3.Take your medication as prescribed,
4.If you have a catheter placed, do not engage in strenuous activity until your catheter has been removed. You may take a shower but avoid a bath while you have a catheter.
Medications
Take the following medications as directed:
1.Pyridium 100 mg, Itab by mouth every 8 hours as needed for burning with urination- (If you did not get this prescription, you can pick up over the counter Azo Urinary Pain Relief and take 2 tabs by mouth every 8 hours).
2.Levofloxacin 500 mg, 1 tablet by mouth every day (resume taking tomorrow as you should have already taken one today.
3.Myrbetriq 50 mg, 1 tab\et every 24 hours as needed for urinary frequency (you can get samples from Kearney Urology prior to discharge home after procedure),
4.If you are requiring a stool softener— you can take over the counter Colace 100 mg by mouth twice daily to prevent constipation.
5.If you are currently taking Flomax (Tamsulosin), you can finish out your current bottle and then stop.
When taking pain medications, you may experience dizziness or drowsiness. Do not drink alcohol or drive when you are taking these medications.
If you are given an antibiotic to prevent urinary tract infections, is important to finish all medications as directed.
If you have a catheter, see instructions for Care of Catheter and Instructions for Self-Removal of Catheter.
Complications
You should contact your physician, at 308-237-7719 if you experience any of the following:
1.Temperature above 101.5°F degrees (taken by mouth).
2.Excessive urinary bleeding or bleeding from the penis.
3.Continuous bladder spasms.
4.Painful, swollen and/or inflated testicle(s) or scrotum,
5.Unable to void spontaneously or the indwelling catheter is not draining urine or is blocked.
If you need immediate attention, go to the hospital emergency room for treatment. Always call your physician before going to the emergency room.
If your doctor suggests that you go to the emergency room or other facility for catheterization for inability to urinate, be sure to tell the facility personnel to use a Coude (pronounced coo-day) tipped catheter.