Prostatic urethral lift is a procedure to treat urinary issues caused by an enlarged prostate gland. When a prostate gland becomes enlarged, it’s called benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH.

The enlarged prostate was squeezing or partly blocking your urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body. Your doctor placed small implants in the prostate tissue to lift and hold it away from the urethra. After you have healed, you may find it easier to urinate. You may have better control over starting and stopping your urine stream. Your urine stream may be stronger. And you may have less urgency to urinate.

You may have some side effects, but these are usually mild. For a week or two, you may feel some pain or burning when you urinate. Your urine may be pink. You also may feel like you need to urinate more often. Some people get urinary tract infections, but this isn’t common. The procedure usually doesn’t cause erection problems or ejaculation problems.

You may need a catheter for a short time after the procedure. It is a flexible plastic tube used to drain urine from your bladder when you can't urinate on your own. If it's still in place when you go home, your doctor will give you instructions on how to care for your catheter.

Most people can return to work or many of their usual activities in 1 to 2 weeks. In some people, their symptoms return and they need another procedure or surgery.

• Allow your body to heal. Don't move quickly or lift anything heavy until you are feeling better.
• Rest when you feel tired.
• You can do your normal activities when it feels okay to do so.
• Be as active as you can. It can help prevent problems and help you recover. Walking is a good option for many.
• Don’t smoke, vape, or use other tobacco or nicotine products. These things slow healing and recovery. If you need help quitting, talk to your doctor about quit programs and medicines. These can increase your chances of quitting for good.
• Many people are able to return to work within 1 to 2 weeks after the procedure.
• Do not put anything in your rectum, such as an enema or suppository, for 4 to 6 weeks after the procedure.
• You may shower and take baths when your doctor says it is okay.
• Ask your doctor when it is okay for you to have sex.

• You can eat your normal diet.
• If your bowel movements are not regular right after the procedure, try to avoid constipation and straining. Drink plenty of water. Your doctor may suggest fiber, a stool softener, or a mild laxative.

• Your doctor will tell you if and when you can restart your medicines. The doctor will also give you instructions about taking any new medicines.
• If you take aspirin or some other blood thinner, be sure to talk to your doctor. The doctor will tell you if and when to start taking those medicines again. Make sure that you understand exactly what your doctor wants you to do.
• Be safe with medicines. Read and follow all instructions on the label. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions about your medicines.
  • If you are not taking a prescription pain medicine, ask your doctor if you can take an over-the-counter medicine.
  • If the doctor gave you a prescription medicine for pain, take it as prescribed.
  • Store your prescription pain medicines where no one else can get to them. When you are done using them, dispose of them quickly and safely. Your local pharmacy or hospital may have a drop-off site.
• Take your antibiotics as directed. Do not stop taking them just because you feel better. You need to take the full course of antibiotics.