TURP is a painless procedure done with an endoscope. Patients can walk in their room the same evening.
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Hospital stay is usually 2 nights. A catheter is placed to drain urine and ensure smooth recovery.
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The catheter is removed after 4 days. Patients can return to office work in about a week.
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Light activities are fine, but avoid heavy lifting, running, or strenuous exercise until a month later.
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By 1 month, urinary flow improves greatly, and most patients experience lasting relief from blockage.
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