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viva923 — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 21:00:54 GMT

Has anyone had a urodynamic testing. it was a super painful test, I hurt for 3 days after test was completed.

I have not gotten the results yet, i believe i have to go back on July 13th (around that time frame) to see the doctor for results.

Just curious if anyone has had this test and what should I expect when I see the doctor or (I think I have to see a nurse practitioner for results (if she is the same one that gave the test UGH!!!, she was not friendly or nice in any shape or form--very cold personality)

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LillyandHobo — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 21:33:56 GMT

I copied this from the Internet~What happens after urodynamic tests? After having urodynamic tests, a person may feel mild discomfort for a few hours when urinating. Drinking an 8-ounce glass of water every half-hour for 2 hours may help to reduce the discomfort.

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debcakes — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 21:37:41 GMT

Maybe it's required to be unpleasant when administering that test. My mom said exactly the same things you did after she had the test.

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HerRoyaLioness — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 21:53:15 GMT

In the ob/gyn offices I've worked in, usually a doctor trained in that will do it. They are specialized types of testings. You shouldn't have had that much pain or lasting that long, not that is is fun testing to have. You should be seeing the dr for results. You could have other things going on contributing to your problems. In my opinion certain specialties are using NPs for way too much. I quit going to my urologist because of that.
just make sure to ask questions and for explanations until you fully understand what is wrong and what your options are. Wishing you well!

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Drythe — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 21:58:19 GMT

@viva923 wrote:
Has anyone had a urodynamic testing. it was a super painful test, I hurt for 3 days after test was completed.

I have not gotten the results yet, i believe i have to go back on July 13th (around that time frame) to see the doctor for results.

Just curious if anyone has had this test and what should I expect when I see the doctor or (I think I have to see a nurse practitioner for results (if she is the same one that gave the test UGH!!!, she was not friendly or nice in any shape or form--very cold personality)

@viva923

I have not had this test, but I wish you well in feeling better soon, and getting a good report.

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chickenbutt — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 21:58:37 GMT

Oh dear, that sounds dreadful.

I have no idea what that is, but then I stopped going to doctors (except when I broke my arm a few yrs ago) some 17-18 years ago.

Hope you are feeling better soon!

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hckynut — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 23:03:47 GMT

@viva923

I had that those tests done several years ago. They were then followed by a Cystoscopy by my Urologist.

Told my experiences with that procedure on this forum sometime back a bit. I found them to be uncomfortable, but not painful. But few things I have been through have I found to be a 10 on the pain scale chart.

I had bleeding for 2-3 days after, and uncomfortable when urinating. My wife was supposed to have them done a few months prior, but after reading about them, decided not to have it. I described my experience with those procedures, which she then said "absolutely no way".

My results? I have a small bladder. Must have shrunk over the years because I used to be able to put away a lot of beer before I had to go. Were the results worth the testing? Depends! It ruled out any types of cancer, or serious disease, so I guess I will say Yes!

hckynut

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hckynut — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 23:15:05 GMT

@HerRoyaLioness

My Urodynamics testing was done by a man that specialized in only doing those tests. Never asked his title when I found out that is the only thing he does.

Had enough things done to this old body by many in the medical profession. I have found that just because they carry a certain title, does not mean they are the best at certain things they do.

Ever had a doctor put in an IV and then compare it to an ER nurse? Big difference, but what preceded the name meant little to me. 2 tries, then get me someone that knows what they are doing, and is good at it.

hckynut

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SloopJohnB — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 23:30:59 GMT

@hckynut wrote:
@HerRoyaLioness

My Urodynamics testing was done by a man that specialized in only doing those tests. Never asked his title when I found out that is the only thing he does.

Had enough things done to this old body by many in the medical profession. I have found that just because they carry a certain title, does not mean they are the best at certain things they do.

Ever had a doctor put in an IV and then compare it to an ER nurse? Big difference, but what preceded the name meant little to me. 2 tries, then get me someone that knows what they are doing, and is good at it.

hckynut

@hckynut I akin that to going to the dentist. You usually get a better cleaning done by the hygienist as opposed to the actual DDS. Not only is that their forte, but unlike a dentist, they can focus on you and not have to rush to the next room, to fill a cavity, etc. 👩‍🔬😁

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SloopJohnB — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 23:33:50 GMT

@hckynut wrote:
@viva923

I had that those tests done several years ago. They were then followed by a Cystoscopy by my Urologist.

Told my experiences with that procedure on this forum sometime back a bit. I found them to be uncomfortable, but not painful. But few things I have been through have I found to be a 10 on the pain scale chart.

I had bleeding for 2-3 days after, and uncomfortable when urinating. My wife was supposed to have them done a few months prior, but after reading about them, decided not to have it. I described my experience with those procedures, which she then said "absolutely no way".

My results? I have a small bladder. Must have shrunk over the years because I used to be able to put away a lot of beer before I had to go. Were the results worth the testing? Depends! It ruled out any types of cancer, or serious disease, so I guess I will say Yes!

hckynut

@hckynut Was that " Depends! " thrown in as a no pun intended type of thing? LOL

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Icegoddess — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 23:38:50 GMT

@SloopJohnB wrote:
@hckynut wrote:
@HerRoyaLioness

My Urodynamics testing was done by a man that specialized in only doing those tests. Never asked his title when I found out that is the only thing he does.

Had enough things done to this old body by many in the medical profession. I have found that just because they carry a certain title, does not mean they are the best at certain things they do.

Ever had a doctor put in an IV and then compare it to an ER nurse? Big difference, but what preceded the name meant little to me. 2 tries, then get me someone that knows what they are doing, and is good at it.

hckynut
@hckynut I akin that to going to the dentist. You usually get a better cleaning done by the hygienist as opposed to the actual DDS. Not only is that their forte, but unlike a dentist, they can focus on you and not have to rush to the next room, to fill a cavity, etc. 👩‍🔬😁

@SloopJohnB Dentists do cleanings? Never in my entire life have I seen a dentist do an actual cleaning.

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SloopJohnB — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 23:40:13 GMT

@viva923 I've had the testing a few years ago. It was uncomfortable but I don't recall the pain lasting that long. Maybe call the office before the 13th to ask if the amount of pain you experienced is normal? Wishing you good results.

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SloopJohnB — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 23:43:47 GMT

@Icegoddess. Yes, I have had the dentist do the cleaning. Like I said, I prefer a hygienist as they do a better job and I don't have to worry about him hurrying it up to attend to a cracked crown or something in exam room # 2. LOL

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ellaphant — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 23:57:18 GMT

Know nothing about the test, but my late father was a kind and dedicated surgeon who went the extra mile to treat low income and poor patients- often not charging them.

I do not put up with rudeness of any kind from medical professionals. I would call the office, ask for the office manager and tell her about your experience. I would also tell the manager that I wanted another doctor/nurse practitioner for my follow up.

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HerRoyaLioness — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 00:11:57 GMT

@hckynut @SloopJohnB - of course I agree that a person's title doesn't mean they are the best at their job. However, working inside the medical profession for over 25 years I learned a lot, saw a lot.
I did the coding which required reading every word of the dictation for the visit or procedure. I did this not only for the doctors, including specialists, but also many NPs. Loved the NPs, but over the years began to see the scope of the drs experience and learning and education was huge and encompassing, sometimes making a difference in the care and outcome of a patient. Depends on what the problem is and if you have other comorbidities.
We did have patients come to us, ob/gyn from general practice that didn't make it because the problem had not been recognized sooner. I think that issue is getting better.
My daughter-in-law almost died giving birth to her first, my first grandson, before the family practice dr finally called in an OB dr who rushed her into surgery, running down the hallway shouting back to us who were waiting, not to worry, he's never lost a uterus yet,(from this condition, where it was not uncommon to need to do a hysterectomy)
She ended up being ok but guess what kind of dr she went to for her 2nd one.
Like I said I learned a lot. I'm not shy about recommending an OB to anyone who's pg! I spent all those years seeing what can all go wrong at any time, you would be surprised.

You were very wise to go to someone who "that's all he did"

As for a dentist cleaning your teeth, never heard of it! Always went to a hygienist.

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Toppers3 — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 02:22:17 GMT

@viva923 wrote:
Has anyone had a urodynamic testing. it was a super painful test, I hurt for 3 days after test was completed.

I have not gotten the results yet, i believe i have to go back on July 13th (around that time frame) to see the doctor for results.

Just curious if anyone has had this test and what should I expect when I see the doctor or (I think I have to see a nurse practitioner for results (if she is the same one that gave the test UGH!!!, she was not friendly or nice in any shape or form--very cold personality)

I had a Urologist perform tests on my bladder years ago when I was first having problems with it.

I did have more discomfort the day of the testing but as I recall, it didn't cause additional days of discomfort.

Could it be that it aggravated something that's already irritated for you?

These tests are done to find out what's happening with your bladder, like how much urine you can hold, do you hold a normal amount, etc.

You should be able to find out what's happening with your bladder when you get your test results.