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How Can Bladder Function Be Improved After A Bowel Operation?

I have a catheter following a bowel operation last November, lam presently on holiday in NZ AND GOING HOME TO UK in mid April. Presently having a course of acupuncture that l hope will assist the recovery of my bladder function. Have you any advice on my situation ? John
Mon, 22 Oct 2018
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Hi,

Acupuncture does not help you.

Consult a urologist and get evaluated.

Go for a urine culture and start antibiotics accordingly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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How Can Bladder Function Be Improved After A Bowel Operation?

Hi, Acupuncture does not help you. Consult a urologist and get evaluated. Go for a urine culture and start antibiotics accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician