Has anyone had this procedure? I had a rigid one done five years ago and it was horrible. The doctor says they would be using a fibroptic flexible scope this time and it would be more comfortable. I am still really nervous and scared of the procedure and I know I need it due to re occurant bladder infections. Any suggestions on how to mentally prepare for this and relax?
2007-01-28 12:44:09 · 4 answers · asked by TennesseeGirl 2 in Health ➔ Women's Health
I had one done in December. They just used some numbing cream. It was painless. I have actually had 2 done in the last 4 months. The first was was a rigid one, not bad at all, but the last one was a flexible scope, nothing to it. I even got to watch the computer monitor and see what the inside of the bladder looked like. You will be fine.
2007-01-28 13:03:01 · answer #1 · answered by onesweetmommaof3 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you probably need to take some deep breaths around the time of the procedure and fix your mind on a situation or environment that you enjoy and find peaceful.
The procedure itself will not be pleasant, but with the appropriate sedative (if appropriate) and local anaesthetic, you shouldn't feel any pain.
You are correct that if you get recurrent UTI's that this is the right procedure to have.
All the best
2007-01-28 20:52:52 · answer #2 · answered by pennoes 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love it when doctors say that something is going to be much more comfortable. They aren't the ones being poked and prodded. I have never had a cystoscopy done, but maybe you could ask the doctor for something to calm you down and relax you prior to the procedure. Good luck.
2007-01-28 20:57:09 · answer #3 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They should drug you...if you ask you can have something stronger...and pain meds...ASK the DR...
2007-01-28 20:48:00 · answer #4 · answered by Chrys 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋