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Leakage after Prostate Cancer surgery: Concerned about travel and pads

Posted by eshan @eshan, Feb 26 1:34pm

I am 77 years old. Had a robotic surgery in middle of Feb. 26.
The surgery went smooth. Now I am having leakage issue after Catheter removal. I do Kegels exercise several times in a day. I walk 2 miles everyday.
I am using pads and diapers. I have to change pads several times a day.
My question is how difficult is to travel for 3-4 weeks ? I long I have to use pads & diapers ?
Thanks

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retireddoc | @retireddoc | Mar 30 10:31pm
In reply to @dmccarthy104 "Stay strong! Two and a half years post RP I am mostly dry except for the..." + (show)
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Stay strong! Two and a half years post RP I am mostly dry except for the gym. And a medium pad works.

If you can find and afford one, please find a Dr of PT that specializes in treating men post RP. They do exist in every American city. Recovery for me was far more than Kegels.

Next diet. For me sugar and caffeine caused increased leakage. To the gentleman who noted to weigh your pads and journal the difference. Do that, its important to see what's going on.

Stay hydrated. Lack of water causes your urine to be more concentrated and this irritates the bladder.

Remember, today you are alive and with the grace of God on the road to a healthy life.

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Great post!

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