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What Is A Flexible Cystoscopy?

We speak with Mr Jaimin Bhatt, Consultant Urological Surgeon at Ross Hall hospital, about having a flexible cystoscopy. A flexible cystoscopy is a medical procedure used to examine the inside of your bladder and urethra. It is usually performed to investigate symptoms like blood in your urine, recurrent urinary tract infections, and unexplained bladder issues. Links: For more information on having a flexible cystoscopy, please visit: https://www.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/t... https://www.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/t... To find a consultant near you, visit: https://www.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/f... Chapters: 00:30 - 00:41 - What is a flexible cystoscopy? 00:41 – 02:09 - Why might you need this test? 02:09 – 02:52 – What is the difference between a flexible and rigid cystoscopy? 02:52 – 03:24 - How is a flexible cystoscopy performed? 03:24 – 03:35 - How long does it take? 03:35 – 03:46 - Is a flexible cystoscopy painful? 03:46 – 04:08 - What is the recovery process 04:08 – 05:03 - How long should you rest for after the test? 05:03 – 05:35 - What are the next steps in your treatment journey? Why might you need a cystoscopy? A cystoscopy is a highly effective way of investigating a broad range of bladder problems. You might benefit from a cystoscopy if you are experiencing one or more of the following symptoms: • Recurrent UTIs • Pelvic pain • Blood in your pee • Blood in your poo • An enlarged prostate • Bladder control problems • These symptoms can be caused by various problems, including: Cancerous tumours When cancer cells form a lump or growth, they are called cancerous or malignant tumours. A cancerous tumour can grow and spread to other parts of your body. The main treatments for malignant tumours are surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy Blue light cystoscopy for suspected bladder cancer A cystoscopy is typically performed using 'white light', however this can lead to some bladder cancers being missed. We offer a procedure called a blue light cystoscopy which has been shown to have better results at detecting bladder cancer. Bladder stones Bladder stones are lumps of minerals that can build up inside your bladder when it is not completely empty of urine. They can cause distressing symptoms such as lower abdominal pain, difficulty peeing, and blood in your urine. A bladder fistula A bladder fistula is when an abnormal opening forms between your bladder and another organ or your skin. The most common types of bladder fistulas occur between your bladder and bowel, or between your bladder and vagina. What happens during a flexible cystoscopy? To begin, your urologist will ask that you lie down on a couch with your legs apart. Your nurse will apply a local anaesthetic gel to your urethra to numb it and help the cystoscope move along it more easily. Your urologist will then insert the cystoscope into your urethra and gently move it towards your bladder. A cystoscopy should not be painful, but it can feel slightly uncomfortable. You might feel like you need to pee during the procedure, but this will only last for a few minutes. You will be able to see the images of your bladder displayed on a monitor. If your urologist finds a small growth or stone during the procedure, they might be able to remove it there and then. A flexible cystoscopy usually takes around five minutes to perform. Recovering from surgery You can leave hospital on the same day as the cystoscopy, but you will need to ensure you can empty your bladder in hospital before returning home. There is no recovery timeline as such after a cystoscopy. You can return to normal everyday activities (including exercise, sex and work) the day after the procedure. You might experience some side effects from the procedure, such as: • A burning or stinging sensation when you pee • Blood in your pee, which might turn it slightly pink • The urge to pee more These symptoms should last a day or two and can be managed by drinking plenty of water and taking painkillers such as paracetamol to reduce discomfort. Consultant details: Mr Jaimin Bhatt is a consultant gynaecologist at Ross Hall Hospital. Learn more about his expertise: https://www.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/c... To see how Ross Hall Hospital can help you, visit: https://www.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/h... If you have any of the symptoms outlined in this video, seek professional medical help as soon as possible. Do you want to hear more about other spinal conditions? Leave a comment below and we will plan future videos on suggested topics. #cystoscopy #urology #bladdersymptoms