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@graemebennett It is not coincidental that it occurred after surgery. Nerve damage is common and more frequent than surgeons admit.
That damage, however, can usually repair itself over time. Some men, though, struggle with incontinence and many of the symptoms you are experiencing.
Medications may help and you should probably look into pelvic floor therapy with a certified specialist. Nerves control muscles and those muscles can be strengthened - even with nerve damage. It’s no different from learning how to walk after a stroke - it takes persistence and determination moderated by a large dose of frustration, but eventually you’ll get there.
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It sounds like you’re having urgency problems. I used to get those at night and would wake up thinking I had to go when I knew I didn’t. Still had to go make sure. There are a couple of drugs that are designed to reduce urgency. Myrbetriq worked really well for me.. Something to speak to your urologist about.
Myrbetriq and Gemtesa are the two drugs that are designed to reduce urgency and also incontinence. Have you tried one of them or an equivalent drug?