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Supplies recommendations post prostatectomy

Posted by xirtam22 @xirtam22, May 28, 2024

I was recently diagnosed with mid grade prostate cancer (Gleason 4+3). I was given option of either Proton Beam+Hormone treatment or nerve sparing prostatectomy. I’m leaning toward the later since I can use radiation in the future if I have recurrence.

I suspect there are previous discussions regarding product recommendations for incontinence post surgery? I will search again, but would appreciate any current recommendations. I’m an active 63 year old that enjoys hiking, biking, golfing and skiing. I realize biking will be on hold as I progress through recovery.

Thanks for your input!

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surftohealth88 | @surftohealth88 | Mar 13, 2025
In reply to @jayhall "I was reading the comments and since I'm heading to surgery soon I never thought to..." + (show)
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I was reading the comments and since I'm heading to surgery soon I never thought to get some additional underwear for the post surgery. I had some throw away underwear for the biopsies. I will add this to my list of supplies to get. I know I will need depends/pads and looser clothing like sweatpants etc. I also have liquids like gatoraide fizzy drinks and soups etc. for after the surgery.

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I am doing a lot of reading about surgery since my husband will probably have it soon and I found information on one medical site that fizzy beverages are not good choice since guts do not work properly for day or two. Intestines get shocked and have almost no peristalsis so gas can accumulate and make big bubbles that can cause much colic and pain. Avoid also any kind of food that can cause gas, like beans, cabbage, cheese etc. Once you pass gas ( in day or two) it will be indication that your guts are working and that you can have fizzy drinks etc.

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