A male patient, age 71, has benign prostatic hypertrophy. He is recovering from a trans-urethral prostatic resection. The physician orders removal of the indwelling catheter 2 days after the TURP procedure. What might the patient experience after the catheter is removed?

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The patient is informed that initially he may experience frequency and voiding small amounts with some dribbling. There should be no hematuria or clots after 2 days.

A Male Patient, Age 71, Has Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy