Procedures
Post-operative recommendations after treatment with vapor injection under local anesthesia
First day
Complete rest.
The day after the surgery and for the first week
- You can walk, but go gradually by alternating periods of activity of 15-30 minutes with periods of rest.
- Avoid lifting heavy objects (more than 10 kg) for ONE week.
- Avoid intense exercise or physical activity for ONE week.
- Avoid having sex for ONE week.
- Drink plenty of water to allow small clots to drain well from the bladder and have clear urine; about 8 ounces (0.3 kg) every 2 hours during the day and stop 2-3 hours before bedtime.
- The probe is usually removed after about 7 days at the office or at the CLSC. A follow-up appointment is scheduled after 2 months, with a flow meter and an ultrasound of the bladder.