Recommendation after TURP/HOLEP

Because of the raw surface around your prostate and the irritating effect of urine you may expect frequency of urination and/or urgency (a stronger desire to urinate) and perhaps even more getting up at night. This will usually resolve or improve slowly over the healing period. You may see some blood in your urine over the first six weeks. It may occur even if the urine was clear for a while, do not be alarmed. Get off your feet and drink lots of fluids until clearing occurs (water is best). If you start to pass clots or don’t improve, call us.

Maintain genital hygiene, Time frequent voiding.

In case of urinary flow related problem, call us immigiately

DIET:

You may return to your normal diet immediately. Because of the raw surface, alcohol, spicy foods, acidic foods and drinks with caffeine may cause irritation or urinary frequency and should be avoided.

To keep your urine flowing freely and to avoid constipation, drink plenty to fluids during the day (8-10 glasses, water is best) if s .creatinine is normal.

ACTIVITY:

Your physical activities are to be restricted, especially during the first one to two weeks.  During this time use the following guidelines:

a. No lifting heavy objects (anything greater than 10 lbs).

b. No driving a car and limit long car rides. Avoid two wheeler rides for 1 month

c. No strenuous exercise, limit stair climbing to a minimum.

d. No sexual intercourse until Okayed by one of your doctors.

e. No severe straining during bowel movements-take a laxative if necessary.