Crystoscopy camera

[Avagra]

I am to have a crystoscopy through the urethra and worried about the probe being the width of a pencil as I cannot see how my penis can possibly accommodate it.Do they have various sizes they use ? Any replies to stop my anxiety welcome.

[jodaer]

Please calm down. Think about this... how do you think a woman gives birth to an 8lb baby? A scope is so easy

[Avagra in reply to jodaer]

I totally agree but being a pathetic male I’m not enjoying the best of health and can do without extra pain.

[Avagra]

Thanks my friend

[kenster1 in reply to Avagra]

the above is a fraud.

[Avagra in reply to kenster1]

Sorry who is a fraud

[kenster1 in reply to Avagra]

the user above not you.

[Avagra in reply to kenster1]

Thanks kenster1 👍

[bisley in reply to kenster1]

I think you are right.

[jodaer]

If there is pain it will only last a few minutes. Mostly I think they say discomfort.

[Avagra in reply to jodaer]

Hi again that I understand but the size of the cystoscope and my small urethra is what’s causing concern.

[jodaer in reply to Avagra]

It will stretch. Tell your concerns to your doctor and ask if he can prescribe something to ease you,

[Frenchie05]

my dad had bladder cancer and had these done several times. You are give a little local anaesthetic at the area to ensure you have as limited discomfort as possible. Please try not to worry they will look after you throughout the procedure. Take care

[Avagra in reply to Frenchie05]

Thank you for this thoughtful reply 👍

[Avagra in reply to Avagra]

It’s me worrying about the size of the probe and thinking there will be different sizes surely as one can’t fit all 😄

[Frenchie05 in reply to Avagra]

Our minds like wander out of control sometimes😳 but remember deep breaths and it will all be over before you know 😉😄

[Mike55555]

I had that done last year, and was not looking forward to it at all, especially as I have phimosis (Tight Foreskin). It did not help watching many YouTube video's that would scare the life out of you regarding the procedure.

In the event it was not all that bad, about 10-15% bit of discomfort, which is very brief, (mere seconds) as it went in the urinary channel, bit like the dentist. Then didn't really feel it at all while the Doctor was inside the bladder for a good ten minutes looking around. Compassionate, kind, smiling nurse's standing by head, telling me to relax, and how it was going to be okay.

The Doctor will put in a bit of numbing gel, so that it will slide down the urethra easily. You can ask him to wait a few moments after the numbing gel goes in, before he put's the cystoscope inside, and he may or may not oblige. In my case, he went straight in, after applying the numbing gel.

If by chance the discomfort is unbearable during the procedure, let the Doctor know, so that he can adjust what he is doing.

But the sense of sheer and utter relief, after the procedure was over, was something else. Knowing for months the procedure had to get done at some stage, just getting it out of the way, was great.

Bite the bullet, get it done, so they can keep an eye on your internal health, would be my suggestion.

[Trower in reply to Mike55555]

My husband has had cancer for 12 years and has this test done a couple of times a year. It is not painful, just a little uncomfortable. I am allowed to be there during the procedure and seeing the inside of his bladder etc, magnified on a TV screen is pretty amazing. If you do have a tumor or obstruction of any kind, you can see it and understand more what is going on in your own body. If the picture shows nothing, that is a great relief!

[Avagra in reply to Trower]

Thank you

[Hawk12 in reply to Mike55555]

Totally agree! A bit uncomfortable but tolerable. Have had it a number of times. 😊

[Darlenia]

My husband, who is sitting next to me, says this: "No worries - the doctor will numb you very well. You won't feel pain. It's a simple process that's usually done in a doctor's office. So you walk in and you walk out." My husband has had four of them to diagnose problems and/or place stents. I trust the procedure helps you with your treatment.

[Avagra in reply to Darlenia]

Many thanks I feel much easier and hope alls well with you and your husband x

[Darlenia]

He's doing well - he's had issues but has always gotten back up and moved on. You and my husband are exactly the same age. Sometimes one's body needs a bit of attention and fixing as age sets in. But, here I am - cheering both of you on - keep circling the sun!

[Avagra in reply to Darlenia]

You are a lovely lady and I’ve just had a ultrasound of kidneys etc ( KUB) and all ok.My initial diagnosis is that of a UTI and presently on antibiotics xx

[bisley]

Thee are quit a few inconsistencies between your profile and your post.

[Avagra in reply to bisley]

Who ?

[Avagra in reply to bisley]

Hope you’re not saying it’s my profile inconsistent I’ve yet to add that I’ve been in hospital with Epydidimitis and after a ultrasound I’ve to have a cyscostopy .