can akny urostomate tell me if the have leakage from the bladder that obviosly isnt there anymore! but ive been told my urethra was left in{wee pipe} ive got to go for a scan,really dont want more surgery! anyone in the sams boat,,so 2 speak.thanks
girlygirl
Jan 02, 2012 7:19 pm
IamSam
Jan 10, 2012 3:36 pm
Hi gg, I hope I'm not too late to provide an opinion on your issue. I apologize for not seeing your post until now but I have been out of town.
I do however, need a little more information on your situation. I know you stated that you no longer have a bladder. Depending on the individuals diagnosis, the bladder is not always completely removed. Are you certain that yours was? Even in cases where CA is involved, only marginal resection may be required indicating only a partial cystectomy. You may have a significant amount of your bladder left. If so, this could explain the drainage.
The main question that might reveal the source is, what color and consistency (viscous, watery etc,.) is the discharge from the urethra?
I do however, need a little more information on your situation. I know you stated that you no longer have a bladder. Depending on the individuals diagnosis, the bladder is not always completely removed. Are you certain that yours was? Even in cases where CA is involved, only marginal resection may be required indicating only a partial cystectomy. You may have a significant amount of your bladder left. If so, this could explain the drainage.
The main question that might reveal the source is, what color and consistency (viscous, watery etc,.) is the discharge from the urethra?
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gracie in texas
Jan 10, 2012 6:06 pm
Dear GG: I have drainage after my urostomy. The drainage is nearly clear. It seems like it comes from my urethra, but it might not. I think i have a small fistula. This might be the cause of your drainage, too. They can test for fistulas. My docs don't want to do anything about mine as they think the cure is worse than the problem. You will have to have your ddrainage assessed to determine what, if anything, needs to be done. I hope this helps.
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girlygirl
Jan 14, 2012 7:24 am
gracie and iamsam for reply, all i know is my urthra was not taken out,the dishcharge you mention is sort of light brown or just sort of pale yellowy colour,always have to wear sanitary towels which i hate! do you have to wear pads gracie?
gracie in texas
Jan 14, 2012 3:49 pm
i do have to wear what we call panty liners. it is annoying.
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My leakage is not heavy, but if yours is, i would most certainly contact my doctor or nurse. you might bring in evidence of your leakage so they will know what you are talking about.
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My leakage is not heavy, but if yours is, i would most certainly contact my doctor or nurse. you might bring in evidence of your leakage so they will know what you are talking about.
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