As shown from these responses, results from a RP very widely. I am 72 hours out of mine. I am 70 years old and pretty fit. It was extremely painful coming out of anesthesia, but pretty well controlled after that. had a little bloating, but not too long. Today, I'm not in too much pain except sitting down and getting up. moving in bed is also painful. but i can walk and sit without pain. my penile urethra is painfully sore. My perineum is also pretty sensitive. The catheter is a pain in the ass, but you learn how to manage it over a couple of days. I put my catheter bag in a tote bag so it's less conspicuous if I go outdoors. commando gym shorts are my standard attire. My recliner is where i spend most of my sitting time. It's pretty comfortable and keeps you a little more stretched out. I'm cautiously optimistic at at this point. a bit more painful and messy than i thought. I'm a little worried about continence once the catheter comes out, but I'll deal with that when I have to. good luck to you!