Before surgery, the doctor will ask for a urine sample. This will be tested to make sure you do not have a urinary tract infection. If you have an infection, this should be treated with antibiotics before scheduling the surgery. Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics before, during, and after the operation, even if there is no infection, for the sake of preventing any infections.
Your doctor will advise you in detail about how to prepare for the procedure. If you need general anesthesia, you must not eat, drink, or smoke a specific time before surgery. If you are taking any prescribed medication, discuss it with your doctor. You may need to stop taking it several days before surgery. Your doctor will advise you on when you can start retaking it.
