I was in Computers for 50 years and ran my own consulting business for the last 25. Four days after surgery, I showed back up at client offices, helping with problems with their computers.

I never mentioned anything to the 70+ companies I worked with. Had to walk around with a catheter and a bag for two weeks after the surgery, no one had any idea.

How much you have to tell people is totally up to you, but you’re sure don’t need to take months off. After a week or two you’re gonna be itching to get back in there, since you will probably feel fine. As soon as the catheter comes out you will see no reason to stay home, maybe go on vacation!!! I didn’t have any incontinence issues after the catheter was pulled. If you do just stick pads in your underwear and no one can tell.

Have you spoken to any radiation oncologist about having radiation instead of a prostatectomy? Many people are doing that these days instead of having surgery. Urologist like to do surgery because that’s how they make their money. You should’ve had the opportunity to talk to radiation oncologist as well.

Good Luck