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After bladder instillation therapy for cancer: When to call

Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if:

  • You have symptoms of a urinary tract infection. These may include:
    • Pain or burning when you urinate.
    • A frequent need to urinate without being able to pass much urine.
    • Pain in the flank, which is just below the rib cage and above the waist on either side of the back.
    • Blood or pus in your urine.
    • A fever.
  • Your urine smells bad.
  • You can't pass any urine.

Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if you have any problems.

How can you care for yourself after bladder instillation therapy for cancer?

After your procedure:

  • Rest when you feel tired. You can do your normal activities when it feels okay to do so.
  • Drink plenty of fluids. This will help remove the medicines from your bladder.
  • Your doctor will tell you if and when you can restart your medicines. You'll get instructions about taking any new medicines.
  • Your doctor will give you instructions for how to safely flush urinals and toilets and clean up after your procedure.
  • You may need to:
    • Avoid using public urinals and toilets for a certain amount of time.
    • Wash your hands and genitals after urinating. This can help prevent skin irritations.
    • Wash any clothing that may have urine on it. Wash this separately from other clothing.
    • Use condoms or dental dams during sex. Do this for at least 1 week after the procedure. Your doctor may suggest that you use them longer.

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