Cystoscopy Discharge Instruction

Cystoscopy is a procedure that uses a scope to look into the bladder through the urethra (the tube that empties urine from the bladder).

What Should I Expect After Cystoscopy?

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  • You may have visible blood in the urine typically 24-48 hours and may last longer.
  • You may have burning and difficulty voiding typically 24-48 hours and may last longer.
  • For the next 24-48 hours increase fluids (especially water).
  • Avoid caffeine, alcohol, spicy and acidic foods.
  • Soak in a hot tub (as warm as you can tolerate) 3 times a day 10 minutes each time.
  • Take pain medications as directed if prescribed.
  • Take antibiotics as directed if prescribed.

When to Call the Office

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  • If the blood in the urine is getting worse instead of better (bright red urine), or if you are passing clots.
  • If you develop a fever higher than 101.5 and or shaking chills.
  • If you are unable to urinate after 6 hours.

Contact Premier Medical Group at 845-437-5000, if the office is closed you will receive a return phone call from the on call provider. If you have uncontrolled pain, uncontrolled nausea and vomiting, or shaking chills and you are unable to wait for an on call provider to call, go immediately to the Emergency Room.

Discharge instructions given to the patient with satisfactory feedback.

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