Connect
← Return to Prostatectomy or Radiation? Lot of stress over which to choose
Discussion
Prostatectomy or Radiation? Lot of stress over which to choose
Prostate Cancer | Last Active: 3 days ago | Replies (116)Comment receiving replies
@davederousseau Did you have any great issue with urinary side effects after surgery? I worry that I may be in the 5% that experience this as a more longer term issue.
Replies to "@davederousseau Did you have any great issue with urinary side effects after surgery? I worry that..."
@diveinnow, will you be having surgery soon for prostate cancer? How are you doing?
Connect
@diveinnow
After the catheter was removed on 17 Oct, I was constantly leaking (drops and dribbles, no heavy flows) for about 2 days when standing or walking. No leaks at night. Up 2x at night to go for first week or so. Gradually improved to some leaks throughout the day. Some days felt like constant drops, which was frustrating. Could not figure out why it was inconsistent improvement. Evenings are still sometimes worse.
Doc says that is normal. He did not ask for any weighing or measuring of amounts as others have talked bout here. 3 pads per day on average, with some more full, depending on level and type of activity. I change pads for confort and cleanliness, usually not fulness. Others on the forum have complained of inconsistent improvement as well. Doing kegels every day. No pain when urinating, just some discomfort for 2 weeks or so after catheter removal. I did not stop drinking coffee and now as of Dec, will have an occasional beer or wine I want my body to adjust to what is normal for me. Those things add to quality of life for me. Still seeing gradual improvement. Doc said that approach is fine. Moderation in that and working back to full heavy activity levels. Body has to heal. So I may be slowing my recovery some, but as long as I see improvements I am happy.
So, no great issues. I expected the leakage, but had hoped for none. Seeing gradual improvement. Its only early Dec, so less than 2 months since catheter out. Not sure where I fall in the percentages when it comes to recovery, but doc says what I am seeing has been the norm for many of their patients. He did say he thinks the percentages are a bit higher, with some men embarrassed to talk about their leaking and pad or incontinence underwear use. I wouldn't worry too much about where you will be in the percentages. If the treatment is right for your situation to give you the best results and options, you can tackle post-procedure issues when they arise. Best to you. Dave