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Take it easy now your home and try and recover . Your not a fraud , you have been through a lot, it's a horrible experience and it takes time to heal.

I had scans before and after TURBT  I think it's normal.

Make sure you have the right pain relief as I found the pain I felt after the TURBT was more intense and lasted longer , good pain relief means you can recover without suffering .

Hope all goes well, keep posting so we can support you , its a lovely forum, everyone just wants to help xx

Hi Nananaps,It’s good you have got your first TURBT done.Keep up your fluids as they will help to flush the bladder.Don’t panic if you see bits or blood in the urine that is common and should settle down.Take painkillers if you need them.A hot water bottle can be a comfort if your bladder feels sore.Don’t worry about having a scan that is usual when first diagnosed.It will help to provide your urologist and medical team with the full picture when combined with the biopsy results.It’s common to have a second TURBT a few weeks after the first.There is plenty of advice and support here so ask any questions and let us know how you get on.We are here to help.Best wishes Jane x

Thanks for the reply podperson, luckily I left the hospital with some pain meds and they seem to be keeping everything in check. 

And thank you for reassuring me about scans etc. You really are the kindest group x

Thanks Jane, 

Bits of blood are a common occurrence for me so not too shocking thankfully. Infact, my urine is positively strawlike at the moment for the first time in months! Great idea with the waterbottle. Will hunt mine out. I was joking about purchasing a rubber ring with my husband earlier too, ha ha.

Thanks for clarifying about the scans. It just came from nowhere this morning and threw me slightly. 

I am expecting another TURBT as the urologist said that he had eradicated 'most' of what was there. Now that is a joy to look forward to! 

Thanks again x

Hi,Yes it does throw you if you are not expecting extra tests etc.A second TURBT can be easier than the first.I’m a fan of the hot water bottle and my sister carries one in her bag.We both suffer from arthritis in the spine and I always used one after any bladder procedure.I hope you get some sleep.Love Jane x