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thanks for this I am experiencing the same symptons and in the same time frame ....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1217838/

Discussion: Looking for tips on managing Radiation-induced proctitis

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 20 11:30pm

Chuck, I was able to overcome my incontinence after RP by doing kegels. Regarding ED, I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1330290/

Discussion: Salvage radiation decision: with or without hormone therapy?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 19 5:45am

71 had prostratectomy Jan 15 catheter for two weeks. I have stress and urgency incontinence I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1256960/

Discussion: Supplies recommendations post prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 13 10:57am

@mtb63, you might also be interested in these related discussions: - Cycling after radical prostatectomy (RP)?...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1034752/

Discussion: Post Prostatectomy Incontinence: When can I start bicycling again?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 16, 2024

I had RP at age 72 at Johns Hopkins and my recovery was excellent. There should...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/995439/

Discussion: Knowing ASAP if with recurrence - Your Thoughts, Please!

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2024

If you suck at Kegels, practicing to get better seems much easier than bringing in books...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1165120/

Discussion: Alternative to Kegels

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 30, 2024

Thanks to both of you Tom and David I may keep the condom catheter in mind...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1239575/

Discussion: Incontinence Improvement with Pelvic PT?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 18 4:24am

Kegels right now expect incontinence if you do not get it that is great the return...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1268644/

Discussion: Surgery is Scheduled: What to do before?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 28 11:42am

Thank so much for sharing your personal notes. We are one of those couples that hold...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1174221/

Discussion: Any suggestions for the wife on how to support my husband?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 16, 2024

You are now a part of our family. I am 9 weeks post-op. My incontinence has...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1168463/

Discussion: Journey begins - age 51, PSA 72

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 5, 2024

I am a regular gym goer also. Eight weeks after my RALP I got back in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1350426/

Discussion: exercise after surgery

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: 1 hour ago

I had RARP in first week of April this year and catheter for 10 days post....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1339058/

Discussion: How long after catheter removal did you start Kegels?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 1 10:39am

Thank you for sharing. I too have no feeling to urinate, just a stream that leaks...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/985711/

Discussion: Do you have urinary incontinence after prostatectomy & radiation?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 23, 2023

Recommendations: Once thing at a time, at 3 weeks you have a lot of healing to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/959772/

Discussion: Post RP Treatment Recommendations

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 6, 2023

I cannot agree more with this post. I am so glad more guys are getting better...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1340877/

Discussion: How long after catheter removal did you start Kegels?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 4 9:37am

It's been almost 65 months since my RARP and I still do daily kegels for pelvic...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1059053/

Discussion: Kegals forever?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 28, 2024

only having stress incontinance at 20 days post surgery sounds pretty good to me. That's what?...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/776514/

Discussion: Prostate cancer surgery: What can I expect & prepare for?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 23, 2022

I have had PT for other issues in the past. (elbows - knees). I have not...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1344601/

Discussion: Post PT Pelvic Floor/Core Exercises

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 9 3:48pm

This is very encouraging! My husband is having RP at the end of February. His surgeon...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1215802/

Discussion: Pad (for leaking) recommendation after prostate surgery

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 18 2:27pm

Your doctor is correct when he says naturally over time. But doing kegals before and after...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1143987/

Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 19, 2024

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