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By Mayo Clinic staffTransurethral resection of the prostate typically relieves symptoms quickly. Most men experience a significantly stronger urine flow within a few days.
Rarely, some men require a second surgery a number of years after TURP because their prostate gland regrows or because not enough of it is removed the first time. This is uncommon, however, and significantly less likely when compared with other treatment options for BPH.
After TURP, it's important to have a rectal exam once a year to monitor your condition and screen for prostate cancer as you would normally. Procedures to treat BPH don't treat the area of the prostate that develops prostate cancer, so they don't eliminate the risk of developing prostate cancer. If you notice any worsening lower urinary tract symptoms, make an appointment to see your doctor.
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