Cystography Treatment in India

Ishaan Miller, a 58-year-old retired school...

Ishaan Miller, a 58-year-old retired school teacher, had been managing his type 2 diabetes for over a decade. For the past six months, he'd been experiencing a persistent, uncomfortable feeling of pressure in his lower abdomen and a frequent, urgent need to urinate, often with only a small output. He'd also had two episodes of a high fever with chills, diagnosed as kidney infections. His primary care doctor referred him to a urologist, Dr. Evans, suspecting a bladder issue. Dr. Evans explained that Ishaan's recurrent infections and symptoms could indicate vesicoureteral reflux (VUR), where urine flows backward from the bladder to the kidneys, or a bladder diverticulum. He recommended a cystogram to visualize the bladder's shape and function during filling and emptying. Ishaan was anxious; the idea of a catheter was deeply unsettling. The procedure itself was brief but uncomfortable. The insertion of the catheter caused a sharp, brief sting, and the feeling of his bladder filling with contrast fluid was strange and full. However, the radiology technician was kind and talked him through each step. The cystogram revealed mild bladder diverticula but no reflux. Post-procedure, Ishaan felt some burning during urination for a day, which was managed with increased fluids. The emotional relief was immense. Knowing the exact cause, and that it wasn't cancer or severe reflux, allowed him to move from fear to a manageable plan. He felt empowered to work with Dr. Evans on a new medication and bladder training regimen, leaving the clinic with significantly less anxiety and a clear path forward.