[jowen214]

Not sure if anyone remembers, but I posted a couple of weeks ago asking about going to a urologist. Thanks to everyone who responded. We went on vacation right after I posted, and I can't remember if I made it back to the original thread or not.

Anyway, I had my appointment with the urologist yesterday. It was just a consult, so I got all nervous for nothing. He did seem to think that my problems are most likely related to MS, but wants to do tests to make sure. I am waiting for a call back to get set up for urodynamics testing.

Now, on to my question (you knew it was coming, didn't you?) Who's had it done? Is there pain involved?!?!?!?!?!? Yes, I'm a wimp, especially when it comes to pain in that area.

jenn

[tkrik]

For me, there was absolutely no pain. I also found it interesting. They do put a numbing gel there before they start. Or at least my uro's office did.

Wishing you the best of luck. It will be fine.

[jowen214]

Thanks. I need to find about this numbing gel...I am EXTREMELY sensitive in that area to many chemicals. I hadn't even thought of asking about that.

Originally Posted by tkrik

For me, there was absolutely no pain. I also found it interesting. They do put a numbing gel there before they start. Or at least my uro's office did.

Wishing you the best of luck. It will be fine.

[FinLady]

For me there was only a little pain at the beginning. But I have really, really bad spasms down there, which they did manage to record, lol.

I lucked out on having an awesome tech. She and I traded jokes the whole time, so it made it not too bad and helped me to relax a little.

Best of luck.

[jowen214]

Thank you.

Originally Posted by FinLady

For me there was only a little pain at the beginning. But I have really, really bad spasms down there, which they did manage to record, lol.

I lucked out on having an awesome tech. She and I traded jokes the whole time, so it made it not too bad and helped me to relax a little.

Best of luck.

[DM]

No advice or help on this topic, Jenn~ Just wanted to give you a shout out and say glad to see you back.

[biorick]

Hi Jenn. Joined the forum only this morning and stumbled to your site while trying to enter bio on myself, I hope to enter one later but I will take time with question from you. I had procedure over year ago ordered by urologist-administered by young female med tech, I am 50 yr old male and was also very anxious regarding testing procedures. The medical technician doing my test is an angel! She has wisdom beyond her age, professional, and made me feel completely safe. She explained all processes, had gentle humor, and I immediately sensed integrity/honesty about her- which made procedure, that may well have been a horror story for me, turn out easier than trip to dentist. This is a very simple test and I recall her explaining it is easier on females. You will be fine, Jenn, and when you answer their questions- be complete. I have discussed the integrity of my med tech with others, and now have discovered all have this gift, given to them, on loan, by our trust and nature. I will try to find my way back here later. Im not all that internet/chat room saavy, but I am anxious to read all went well for you. Relax.
Rick

[tovaxin_lab_rat]

Good luck with the testing Jenn. You will do fine. It's not much more than you would have when you go in for your annual pelvic with your GYN. At least, that's how I felt.

Be up front with the tech/urologist about all your symptoms, that's the best way for them to know what's going on and how to treat you. If they don't know what your symptoms are or have been, they are in the dark as what to expect as well. Remember, they are only as good as the knowledge they have about you!

Take care.

[jowen214]

Thank you, NurseNancy. It helps so much to hear how other's feel about their experience with this.

Originally Posted by NurseNancy

jenn,

i would disclose the spasms and all your hx.
that will help the staff care for you and make you comfortable.

the staff at my dr's office were so helpful, comforting and professional.
just remember that they have seen bodies for a long time. they won't be embarrassed altho i know how the patient feels.

Biorick, first of all, welcome to NeuroTalk! And thank you for your reassurances. I hope to have a tech like you had!!!

Originally Posted by biorick

Hi Jenn. Joined the forum only this morning and stumbled to your site while trying to enter bio on myself, I hope to enter one later but I will take time with question from you. I had procedure over year ago ordered by urologist-administered by young female med tech, I am 50 yr old male and was also very anxious regarding testing procedures. The medical technician doing my test is an angel! She has wisdom beyond her age, professional, and made me feel completely safe. She explained all processes, had gentle humor, and I immediately sensed integrity/honesty about her- which made procedure, that may well have been a horror story for me, turn out easier than trip to dentist. This is a very simple test and I recall her explaining it is easier on females. You will be fine, Jenn, and when you answer their questions- be complete. I have discussed the integrity of my med tech with others, and now have discovered all have this gift, given to them, on loan, by our trust and nature. I will try to find my way back here later. Im not all that internet/chat room saavy, but I am anxious to read all went well for you. Relax.
Rick

Cheryl, thank you!!! I've been trying to write down all my symptoms so that I can let them know as much as I can when I go for the test.

Hope you're doing well!!!

Originally Posted by Av8rgirl

Good luck with the testing Jenn. You will do fine. It's not much more than you would have when you go in for your annual pelvic with your GYN. At least, that's how I felt.

Be up front with the tech/urologist about all your symptoms, that's the best way for them to know what's going on and how to treat you. If they don't know what your symptoms are or have been, they are in the dark as what to expect as well. Remember, they are only as good as the knowledge they have about you!

Take care.