Have any of you noticed a difference in urine stream since your first TURB? I do take fairly heavy diuretics for my CHF/COPD. I still find myself with a full feeling bladder more often than before. The diference is in the power behind the stream. Even when I have a sense of urgency, at times my urine seems to come out much slower and I dont have the bladder control to increase pressure any longer AT times, when Im sitting it fels like its just dribbling out. This even happens when my bladder got so full it feels like it might burst when I have ben asleep. Also, Ill find myself going for a longer time than before. If I continue, I can start over again and release a fair amount. Also, I never have any problems with incontinance. I keep a contained next to the bed(do to night frequency and also to look for clots at times) Some times I will almost fill a quart container!
Is this normal? Was there damage done to the wall or muscle in the bladder caused by the surface cancer and/or its removal? Does anyone else experience diminished flow?
I hope this isnt a rude question to ask. Anything having to do with our disease and its effects can be very personal. BTW its been around 6 mo since my TURB and am still awaiting the 1st post TURB cysto.
britt