I had two prostate surgeries. That means one has to wear a catheter for approximately two weeks give or take a day and depending on your urologist.

The first surgery made me sick. Let me explain. I was put to sleep (deep) by the anesthesiologist. When I awoke I was very hungry, as this surgery was at the end of the day and one cannot eat before surgery. Hence, I had to wait all day to eat my first meal. The following are lessons learned from this surgery procedure:

1. Get your prostate surgery early in the morning

2. Make sure you have an experienced urologist

3. Take the pain and bladder medication

4. Drink no alcohol

5. Drink gallons of water

6. Empty your catheter bag before going to bed

7. Secure the catheter bag opening to avoid an accident when you are asleep

8. Eat lightly after the surgery-let your body wake up

9. Call your doctor if the fluid in the catheter bag does not clear up in a few days

10. Don't strain when making a bowel movement

11. Take a stool softener a few days before your surgery

12. Stay cool and take it easy for a few days, if not the catheter can irritate your penis

13. Don't have sex right after catheter removal-give yourself time to completely heal

I had a second prostate surgery because the tissue inside of me (prostate area) started to grow back and block my urine flow. My first surgery was in December 2005 and my second surgery was in April 2006. I think it was because of latex. I am allergic to latex, but I did not tell my doctor. Note: Tell your doctor about your condition- give him your health history from your primary care physician!

Ask your urologist about the complications of prostate surgery before the surgery. Moreover, do your due diligence and research thoroughly.

There are medications for BPH (enlarger prostate) such as "Flow Max" and "Alfuzosin HCL", "Tamsulosin HCL", "Doxazosin mesylate", "Terazosin HCL", "Finasteride (Proscar)", and "Dutasteride (Avodart)".

I did not want to take drugs because of the possibility of their negative effects on my body.

I hope this information helps you.

Note: The above is my personal experience with prostate surgery. See your experienced urologist and discuss the issues of prostate surgery.

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