I've been having bladder problems for a couple of years now. I was referred to the urologist to have a flexible cystoscopy done under local anaesthetic. The Urologist found inflammation in my bladder and now wants to carry out a rigid cystoscopy under general anaesthetic and take a biopsy. Has anyone else had this done?
Samantha x
I've had this twice to check for interstitial cystitis and for bladder cancer. both tests for me were negative athougth i still have chronic haematuria. my sister has both conditions so they thought was good idea to check me as well. I can't recall any discomfort after the tests so would say not to worry yourself. they give you antibiotics to deal with any resulting infection, but like i said mine went all smoothly. it sounds scary but they hospital team (mine was at the Royal Free in London) were brilliant and the facility there was state of the art. good luck xx
Thanks JSue for your reply & reassurance.
Hope you dont mind me asking a few more questions. Do you suffer any other bladder problems apart from the haematuria? & do you receive any meds for this? My problem is with the urgency that I need to empty my bladder.