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Sexual activity after turp

06/13/2007 11:59AM

Question:

Why must you stop sexual activity after a turp procedure? How long should you wait before resumption? Would it be detrimental for any type of orgasm to accur?

Answer:

It is probably advisable to stop sexual activity for several weeks after TURP to let the prostatic urethral heal. You may experience some discomfort or bleeding with ejaculation. It may not be detrimental for orgasm to occur but could be uncomfortable.

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Case Western Reserve University Donald R. Bodner, MD
Professor and Interim Chair
Department of Urology
University Hospitals
School of Medicine
Case Western Reserve University
Donald R. Bodner, MD