30/04/2025
TURP (Transurethral Resection of the Prostate) โ Patient Information
๐งโโ๏ธ What is TURP?
TURP (Transurethral Resection of the Prostate) is a minimally invasive surgery that treats enlarged prostate (BPH) by removing the part of the prostate that blocks urine flow.
โ
Done through the urine passage โ No cuts!
๐ฃ Why might you need TURP?
Do you have: ๐ฝ Trouble starting urination?
โณ Weak or slow stream?
๐ Frequent night-time urination?
๐ฆ Feeling like your bladder never empties?
TURP can relieve these symptoms effectively.
๐ ๏ธ How is it done?
๐ Surgery is done under spinal or general anesthesia
๐ A scope is inserted through the p***s
โ๏ธ Extra prostate tissue is shaved off
๐ง A catheter is placed for 1โ3 days
๐ฏ Benefits of TURP
โ๏ธ Stronger urine flow
โ๏ธ Less urgency and frequency
โ๏ธ Better bladder emptying
โ๏ธ No external scars
โ ๏ธ Possible Side Effects
๐ด Blood in urine (temporary)
๐ฅ Burning while urinating
๐ Retrograde ej*******on (common but harmless)
โก Erectile problems (rare)
๐ฆ Risk of infection or stricture (uncommon)
๐ก Aftercare Tips
๐ง Drink lots of water
๐ซ Avoid lifting, driving, or s*x for 4โ6 weeks
๐๏ธ Rest well & follow up with your doctor
๐ฉบ Most men feel better within a few weeks!