It's been almost a year since my RALP surgery and two days ago I had my right inguinal hernia repaired laparoscopically. It went well and recovery is smooth so far. I am writing for a few reasons. First, I truly believe the hernia, which didn't exist before the surgery was at least partially caused by the prostatectomy ( input of gas, rummaging around, who knows?) but no one wants to own up to it. That's understandable, and a fair trade off to get rid of the cancer. Second, the surgery is harder for the doctor because of the scar tissue left behind after the prostate removal. But my surgeon was experienced and prepared for it. Third is the effect so far on my incontinence.... the surgery may have helped me somehow. Maybe it is because I am very carefully standing and sitting and moving around, but I have been drier these last two days than any of the last 12 months. Now I must admit I was doing well in Pelvic floor therapy prior to pausing it this week and I had progressed quite a bit on the road to dryness. But I am wondering if the added mesh support down there is helping somehow. Perhaps my bladder is aligned in a better position now? I have my fingers crossed and wonder if any of you experienced this too?

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