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The Procedure

Cystoscopy is done in the doctor's office or hospital. The doctor and sometimes a nurse are present during the procedure. It takes only a few minutes, longer if a biopsy; x-ray, or treatment needs to be done.

During the Procedure

 

You lie on an exam table on your back, with your knees bent and legs apart. You are covered with a drape.

• Your urethra and the area around it is washed.

• Anesthetic jelly may be applied to numb the urethra. Other pain medication is usually not necessary. In some cases, you may be offered a mild sedative to help you relax.

• The Cystoscopy is inserted. A sterile  fluid is put into the bladder to expand it. You may feel pressure from this fluid.

• A biopsy or minor treatment is needed, it can be done through the cystoscope Your doctor can discuss this with you before beginning.

• When the procedure Is done, the cystoscope is removed.

After the Procedure

You can go home when the procedure is done If you had sedation, have someone drive you home. Drink plenty of fluids. You may have burning or tight bleeding when you urinate, this is normal. Call your doctor if you have heavy bleeding or blood clots, urinating that lasts more than a day, a fever over 104 or trouble urinating.