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Part 2:
I did 4 weeks of PT/Kegels.
RALP on 8/23, & started with diapers for almost 3 weeks with only some “spotting.”
Skipped the Guards (Depends) and used the Shields (Depends). No spotting now but wore them for 4 weeks to be safe.
My only 2 “accidents” were due to bladder spasms, while “catheterized” 5 days after surgery, both spasms on same day.
Basically, I was fully continent within three weeks of surgery.
Without the pre-RALP PT, total incontinence could last for several months.
It’s best to strengthen those muscles before someone “messes with” the pipeline down there!
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Good to hear of your fast recovery. I’ve recovered too after my RP surgery; however, my recovery experience was more typical. Despite exercise and Kegels, I went from no bladder control for about six week to gradual improvement. It took me nine months to recover and become continent again. If there are other readers who are struggling, don’t be discouraged. There is hope. Jerry
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Sounds like good advice to me. Will start working on it. Thank you.