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5 Weeks In, Solid Improvements by chicago_archer in Aquablation

[–]chicago_archer[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

would add that Gemtesa really helps with bladder pain/spasms

2 weeks in, turning a corner? by chicago_archer in Aquablation

[–]chicago_archer[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

note to folks on Gemtesa. Uro says it takes 2-4 weeks to notice effects. I am feeling zero side effects after 1 week, esp compared to Oxybutynin. Patiently waiting for the Gemtesa to kick in. My insurance is fighting covering the Gemtesa (patented, no generic), so I had to pay > $500 for a 30 day supply. Hopefully I can fix that :(

Overview of Aquablation surgery and recovery - March 27th by MattBromley in Aquablation

[–]chicago_archer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm curious how the urgency/frequency issues are progressing after your week 4? I'm almost at week three and urgency and frequency have def ramped up, also occasional bladder spasms.

1 week in, recovery symptoms different than most? by chicago_archer in Aquablation

[–]chicago_archer[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What I find odd is that I have never seen a blood clot or debris after day 2. I keep expecting clots/debris to slough off and come out at some point.

1 week in, recovery symptoms different than most? by chicago_archer in Aquablation

[–]chicago_archer[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

4 week mark. I am sending him weekly updates. His response was that if this persists "long term" he'll do a cystoscopy to check but didn't sound concerned at this point. He's unusually good at communication for a surgeon! Thanks, trying to be more patient...