Over the last 2 days I had urine retention. I couldn't pass urine even when there is an urge to do so. It was painful and worrisome. To add to the suffering, a boil was felt in my anus which turned out to be perianal abscess.
Following the inability to pee, I consulted a urologist. I had ultrasound done to determine the prostate which was a bit enlarged. A catheter was inserted into my penis right up to my bladder. 520 ml of urine of the past 2 days were drained out.
Next, the urologist referred me to a surgeon the following day who operated on my abscess immediately. The procedure under local anesthesia was over in about 30 minutes and I was not hospitalised. (outpatient surgery).
The 2 procedures were painful but provide great relief as I was able to pee and the abscess was removed.
The doctors and all the staff was very kind, patient, caring and professional. As to whether all will be fine with my conditions will be know in the next few days.
Before I forget, I would like to mention that I paid about S$110 for the above (I paid 20% of the bill and the Japanese Govt insurance will pay the balance).
5 comments:
Uncle Boh Tong, I wish u speedy recovery!
Thanks Jacky. It is a sign of old age...can't avoid sicknesses :(
BT, get well soon. Lucky to do the ops in Japan. The full cost of the operations is far more reasonable than here in Singapore. The staff are courteous and caring. Thumbs up!
Thanks BL. Yes I am very lucky to do the ops
in Japan. Even if I do not have medical insurance,
it is still less expensive than in SG. The point
I want to make and tell the world that the Japanese
staff are very professional,caring and kind.
I remember how I had to ask for a blanket because I feeling
cold while in the hospital cot waiting for cataract ops. Here in Japan,
after inserting the catheter which was a simple procedure
I was offered a wheelchair. Before the doctor inject the anesthesia drug
or did dressing or any move that will incur pain,he will apologize profusely.
It is amazing how nice these people are. I told my wife if I have to die in a hospital,
it will have to be a hospital in Japan.
Oh no you wont 'xxx',your Blog is eternal remember.It opens hearts,mind and souls for msny crews and non crew,entertaining and factual,funny and truthfull,from Management to noob.Come back out and do to delight and entertain more.Waiting for update.
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