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Posted 2/17/2014 5:10 AM (GMT 0)
Hello,
Looking for a little feedback here.
I had some blood leaking in my urine tonight and even passed some clots that were uncomfortable as they passed. I was not very active today but did spend most of the day sitting on hard bleacher seats watching my daughter at a volleyball tournament. I walked in the hallways in between games but not excessively and definitely not more than I'd walk at home on the treadmill.
I am in bed with ice between my legs - getting some relief from the discomfort. I had open RP almost 4 weeks ago, but this is the first I've noticed significant bleeding since I had my catheter out 11 days ago. Normal? Any reason to be concerned?
Posted 2/17/2014 6:27 AM (GMT 0)
I only had blood in my urine for about four days after my RRP at four weeks, I would think the healing process would be well on its way,I was back to work in five weeks, I would be getting back to urologist to see what's going on. Better safe then sorry. Then again mabye you passed a clot. ?? It doesn't take much blood to turn your urine red,but still I think your best bet is see the doctor. Best wishes
Posted 2/17/2014 7:40 AM (GMT 0)
I was passing blood and clots off and on for at least a month, maybe longer. I think that sometimes I got a little aggressive trying to squeeze out every last drop of urine and probably pulled the urethra apart a little bit where they had to sever and suture it.

I didn't get all excited about it, but that's not to say you shouldn't get the doc to check you out if you're concerned.
Posted 2/17/2014 10:10 AM (GMT 0)
Gearlose & TBH,
Appreciate your responses. I have been dry at night but tonight is much different, with the addition of blood.
I have an appt with my urologist on Wednesday so hopefully it will be resolved by then and we can discuss what to do if it happens again.
Keep the faith my brothers,
Gunner
Posted 2/17/2014 10:17 AM (GMT 0)
Hey gunner good to here, your having it checked out. Nothing serious I hope. keep us posted .
Posted 2/17/2014 2:23 PM (GMT 0)
I'd call his office and talk to one of his nurses. If there is reason to be concerned (s)he can tell you.
Posted 2/17/2014 10:08 PM (GMT 0)
I don't know why but I am happy to report that my stream cleared up today. Still have some decent size chunks that I assume to be clots. My wife said she read in my post-op care package that I shouldn't sit on hard surfaces (like bleachers or folding chairs) for more than an hour a day. That's what I'd been doing for around 8 hours so and that probably caused the bleeding.
I am still recovering from my surgery and have a list of things (circulation in hips, hands, & feet being maybe biggest issue) that I'd like to inquire about but I should be able to talk to the Dr this week.

As always, I appreciate the replies.
All the best,
Gunner
Posted 2/21/2014 2:40 AM (GMT 0)
Having the clots. Sometimes many sometimes only 1. Been going on for 3 days. Please post what your doc says. Mine said totally normal for up to 3 months.
Posted 2/21/2014 3:44 AM (GMT 0)
Gothicarch,

I spoke with Dr yesterday and he wasn't concerned at all. He said its normal and just remember to take it slow. He said it could come and go with healing, which I am not done with yet. I didn't get a time frame.

I have some mild stinging as well but I am only 15 days out from catheter removal. Again no concern from Urologist.

I also got clearance to go back on ibuprofen as needed for pain. Tylenol has been doing nothing. I do have stronger narcotics but I prefer to take only minimum needed.

Best,
G
Posted 2/21/2014 4:14 AM (GMT 0)
Gunner

Haven't had blood in the urine but I have found recovery to be slower than I'd like. I am an active person and I am 12 weeks post op but I have found that my Uro's advise was spot on. He told me to take it slow. If I push myself a bit too much, I pay the price.

Take care, Scooter
Posted 2/21/2014 4:52 AM (GMT 0)
I echo Scooterdu... Take it slow. At 6 weeks, the day my restrictions expired I lifted my 5 year old daughter to hug her and I had blood in my urine shortly after. It was a one time thing but it made me dial it down considerably.
Posted 2/21/2014 5:02 AM (GMT 0)
Scooterdu,
I was told 3 - 6 months to fully recover. I think what's difficult is that when I start to feel better, I increase activity. Then, like you, I pay the price. I've always been a fast healer so it's hard to dial it back even though I am only 30 days post surgery and 15 days from catheter removal.
You take care too,
Posted 2/21/2014 10:30 PM (GMT 0)
Incho,
Im curious. What does golfing incontinence mean?
I'm looking forward to warmer weather and golf which is still at least a couple months away for me. I am guessing no Khaki pants or that may show the leakage? Does the golf swing open the tap a little?
Posted 2/21/2014 10:39 PM (GMT 0)

Gunner34 said...
Incho,
Im curious. What does golfing incontinence mean?
I'm looking forward to warmer weather and golf which is still at least a couple months away for me. I am guessing no Khaki pants or that may show the leakage? Does the golf swing open the tap a little?

LOL! I haven't tested it in a good while but the last time I hammered the driver, I leaked a little. Not so much with the other clubs, but the driver and that big swing and extra torque due to longer shaft causes a few drops to escape. Thought about swing'em today but wanted to watch Team USA vs. Canada hockey instead. Have been very curious to see if I'm still suffering "golfing incontinence"? I would guess not as I'm tighter than ever now that I've healed up from a recent set back. VERY pleased and thankful with where my continence is at. ED is lessening. "Half mast" needs a little upgrading and firmness is better. Lots of tingling down there at random times throughout the day. The axons are making a comeback. yeah

Post Edited (Inchoation) : 2/21/2014 3:42:22 PM (GMT-7)

Posted 2/21/2014 11:01 PM (GMT 0)
Good to hear it!
Sweet Emoji. I haven't noticed that one before.
Also, where else can a guy get away with telling a bunch of other guys about his erections and not come off as a total weirdo. LOL. Reminds me of a scene in the movie "I Love You Man".
I can't imagine any "wood" currently (still sore from catheter) but hope to move in that direction soon.
Posted 2/23/2014 5:50 PM (GMT 0)
My Dr said same thing. I am only a few weeks out too. Mine mostly is associated (i think) with me taking aspirin. But I have to say after throwing out some significant clots for 3-4 days it slowed then stopped.

What I really notice is virtually all my bladder pain and quick fill symptoms are totally gone. Plus fooling around also more like before and in general I feel much better.

I am not sure how that happened but perhaps others have similar.
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