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There was 1 person on here that had this done. If I recall correctly, he did pretty well with it. Has anyone else tried this procedure?

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The only one I know on this forum who had it is Motoman and it didn’t help him much. However, because the risk is very low I’d be interested only if it’s available in the U.S.

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Thanks Hank. Any idea if motoman still active on here?

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Last time I saw one of his posts was 9 months ago, self cathing and considering Aquablation. After his failed iTind several years ago, he had FLA with Dr. K which helped him for about a year. Hank

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I am not active on here, but did finally figure out how to login again. My FLA worked for a while, then slowly started to fade. I went for a followup with DR K 2 years ago where he basically removed fluid with a syringe from some cysts that had formed where the ablation had taken place. I am not cathing, and have not really done that since the surgery. I do not even know if it is possible at this point, as I had some type of false passage after the procedure and could not get the catheter inserted.
I will at some point need another procedure done, but not sure when.
Not sure what ever happened with the Itind procedure, but for me the results were only temporary, like 3 months.
Looking back at all this, I probably should have had the Holep procedure done, LOL. One and done!

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What catheters were you using? For 3 years I had all kinds of problems with CIC, including ED, incontinence, bleeding, diminished natural void, and yes, even with false passages a few times, with the green Coloplast hydrophilic catheters, which are very stiff. I was ready to have hoLep, which I believe to be the best, all things considered. Luckily for me, I took advise from someone on this forum, and tried out softer catheters. Now all my problems have been gone for almost 2 years now. I am still cathing, but now it’s much easier.
If iTind is available near me, I would definitely give it a shot. Hank

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I was using the Coloplast Speedicath. Tried 14 and 16 if I remember correctly. Also tried the straight and Coude. I had to domthis often before the surgery, and even after for the first month. But something might have changed innthe healing process to make insertion more of a challenge, I don’t know.

As for Itind, don’t know where that is done now. I would contact the company to see if there is anyone in your area.

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I had a similar problem with catheters that were too still. Coude tip helped and a softer material. Magic 3 and Magic 3 Go products eventually worked the best for me.

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OK. Thanks.

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Hi guys, I was on a different iTind forum a while back, but everyone seems to have abandoned it and then I found this one. I have been interested in the iTind procedure for a while, but it was not available in the U.S. before, but I discovered that it is now being performed in the U.S. and it appears that Medicare will cover the cost. I was hoping to find some guys on here who have had the procedure a few years ago to see how they are now doing. It seems to be the least invasive procedure, so I thought it would be a good one to start with. I’ve been on Avodart for over a decade and it is not working as well for me as it used to and I would like to get off of it.

I went to the iTind website (Experience BPH Relief Without Compromise Reshape Your Life.| Olympus iTind) and filled out an online form to find a physician in my area (Sarasota, Florida). A few days later I got an email reply with a list of 3 physicians in south Florida who are performing the procedure. I’m trying to get more information about the long-term results, but have not been able to find much. If I decide to go ahead and have the procedure I will let you know how it goes. I just wish I could find some guys who could provide more info about long-term results.

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Hey Marx

Do you know any of the names of the doctors in south Florida. That would help

Thank you for your time…Ken

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Hi Ken,
I’m attempting to upload an image of an email I received from a marketing manager at Medi-Tate. If the image upload does not work I’ll do another post using copy/paste. Do you know of anyone who has had the procedure and if so, how satisfied are they with the results?

I saw my primary care physician a few weeks ago for my annual checkup and he suggested that I wait until the doctors performing the procedure have more time to get experienced with it. He added Flomax to the Avodart that I’ve been taking and that will hopefully get me through another year or so while physicians get more experience performing the iTind procedure. If you decide to get it done, please let me know how it works out for you. It’s been difficult finding patients who can provide feedback on their experience with the procedure.
-Marx

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Thank you Marx

First I want to say thank you for the information. I have a friend that is looking into it he does not want any other treatment because of the side effects. There is no one in his area. I have seen that there are a few in New York and Arizona.

This is what we are trying to fine. Men that have had it done. We are trying to get information Thanks for the names. I will wright to them and see what we can find out.

Please watch the medications that you are taking because they come with a lot of side effects. We are all different and they will affect each of us different.

Before I had my Urolift 7 years ago. I was on Flomax and Rapaflo. It took my orgasm away and my ejaculation. I called my doctor and told him I will not take these pills. I had my procedure 2 weeks later.

If you hear anything about this procedure please let me know so I can pass it on to my friend

Thank you for your time Be safe…Ken

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Ken,
How did the Urolift work out for you? 7 years later are you still glad that you had that procedure?

I was planning on getting the Urolift and actually met with a urologist who performs the Urolift, but then I heard about the iTind procedure and it sounded less invasive, so I have been holding off on having any procedure until I can get the iTind. I’ve been on the Flomax for about 3 weeks now and am doing OK so far. Orgasms and ejaculation still functioning, although not as intense as previously. Since I’ve been on Avodart for over a decade I don’t know if the reduced intensity of orgasms are due to the meds or just old age (I’m turning 71 in a few weeks.)

Please let me know how your friend does, if he has the iTind. I’m going to keep looking for patient feedback on the procedure and will certainly share it here if I get any. Take care.

All the best,
Marx

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Yes it has been over 7 years still open. If we fine any information out I will let you know

Both meds have side effect that could be one of them. Just don’t give up

Best of luck…Ken

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I had the iTind procedure two months ago and it has been very successful for me so far. Amazing results with zero side effects. And nothing left behind to worry about.

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How and how much did it help you? Thanks. Hank

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It exceeded my expectations. The biggest thing is I am so much more refreshed when I wake up – most of the time I can sleep through the night, worst case I might get up one time. It has been a long time since that was possible. During the day I no longer think about where the restroom is. For example I can drive 3-4 hours without stopping no problem. I no longer have to take Flomax either which is nice.

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I had the Itind procedure today. Miserable at the moment. I’ll keep posting****

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I had the itind procedure yesterday. (01/18/2023) ‘Discomfort’ is the word the doctor described… I would say its a hell of a lot worse than ‘discomfort’! But I’ll bite the bullet for a week.