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Posted: Mar 26 7:32am

@mtb63, here are some related discussions, not specific to radiation and hormone blockers, that may offer...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1050557/

Discussion: Acute urinary retention after radiation and hormone blockers - help?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 14, 2024

@phl6953, welcome. I used Google translate to read your post asking about urinary incontinence after surgery...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1081391/

Discussion: Any tips on how to get rid of Urinary incontinence and infection?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 5, 2024

@jeffmarc I have a similar urinary issue. My Urologists believe my prostate 69cc sitting on the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1529901/

Discussion: Pre diagnosis function considerations

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 18 12:22pm

@eshan Have you spoken to your urologist about a AUS (artificial urinary sphincter) implant? I got...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1538110/

Discussion: Leakage after Prostate Cancer surgery: Concerned about travel and pads

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: 5 days ago

I had an obstruction in the medial lobe and it was done with Green Light laser...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1514966/

Discussion: Quandry on my chosen pathway

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Posted: Feb 26 9:31am

Have you looked into an artificial-urinary-sphincter? I had one installed via Rochester Mayo Clinic. I'm very...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/317724/

Discussion: Bladder ureteral obstruction/stricture

Support Group: Men's Health

Posted: Dec 22, 2020

@jim18 For intermediate risk Gleason 7 Tulsa Pro/Hifu is ideal provided you get it done by...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1539731/

Discussion: Psa, mri, prostate biopsy what next to be sure

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: 3 days ago

@paddyboy777 Depends, I think on your particular disease (Gleason score, PSA) and your IPSS (urinary function...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1519574/

Discussion: Brachytherapy: What to expect for short and longterm effects?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 4 1:44pm

You are definitely a case where surgery may be a better option, Though it is not...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1532790/

Discussion: Not Good News after prostate biospy when MRI didn't look too bad

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 22 11:17am

@neilmartin I have heard just the opposite. A lot of people that have five sessions of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1517196/

Discussion: After radiation: Anyone have a small amount of bleeding from rectum?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 1 12:00pm

Flomax (Tamsulosin) is used to treat specific urinary issues (by relaxing muscles); Finasteride is used to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1254298/

Discussion: The waiting is terrible: Husband has Stage 4 prostate cancer

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 9, 2025

My father regained urinary control one week after the operation, he had no urinary problems before...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1034957/

Discussion: HELP. when does incontinence stop after prostate removal?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 17, 2024

You may want to keep a food diary and look for associations between diet / drinks...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1540838/

Discussion: Venting & also asking for opinions

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Posted: 1 day ago

I had 5 treatments with the MRIdian in Jan/Feb. Some urinary restriction after the 3rd treatment....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/912071/

Discussion: Are bladder isses normal after external beam prostate radiation? Tips?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 13, 2023

@heavyphil Sorry, the brain fart just cleared: PROSTOX is the test for potential urinary issues with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1511780/

Discussion: What is treatment for Gleason Score 8 at 80 years old in good health?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 22 7:48am

Mine says Artificial urinary sphincter. No catheter. My mayo pcp put a note ony chart.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1491562/

Discussion: An artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) caution: Wear a MediAlert

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 27 6:52am

@scary1 Doing the actual radiation session is very easy. Most people notice nothing while that’s going...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1533086/

Discussion: Starting radiation (SBRT): What potential side effects can I expect?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 22 5:27pm

At the beginning of 2023, I underwent radical prostatic cancer surgery, and it is just two...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1205822/

Discussion: Prostatectomy And Incontinence: When can I expect it to improve?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 7, 2025

Kegels strengthen the pelvic floor, not the sphincter itself. That indirectly improves sphincter control and reduces...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1527175/

Discussion: Still Leaking after Robotic Surgery: Thoughts on water intake

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Posted: Mar 15 7:08am

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