Cystoscopy: what to expect
Cystoscopy lets the doctor look inside the bladder directly and is often done as a day-case.
During cystoscopy the doctor uses a thin camera-tipped tube to look inside the urethra and bladder.
Why is it performed?
- To investigate blood in the urine - For urinary symptoms that do not respond to treatment - To follow up bladder tumours
Afterwards
Mild burning may last a few hours; drinking fluids usually helps. Contact your doctor if fever or severe pain develops.
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