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74 yoa here. RLP at Mayo Jax on July 10. Two 4+4 and two 5+4 out...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/936942/

Discussion: After treatment discussions

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 26, 2023

Sorry to hear about your heart issue. I agree with hammer101. If you find a surgeon...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/867095/

Discussion: Recently diagnosed: Treatment options for early stage prostate cancer?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 26, 2023

Heavy duty diaper/several in 24hr for the first month or so, then graduated to one pull...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/997322/

Discussion: Kegel Exercises: Am I doing them correctly?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 14, 2024

I chose surgery in August of 2022 at 60 years old I also was a Gleason...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1164474/

Discussion: Newly Diagnosed: Removal vs Radiation

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 29, 2024

I had an RP last November. My urologist, who doesn’t do RP, suggested I get two...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1063224/

Discussion: Radical Prostatectomy By Robotic Surgery: What can I expect?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 6, 2024

I don't do pads. I am 8 months out. Been very hard. I got off the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1035594/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 18, 2024

I had Ralp 6 months ago and also felt cheated when I wasn't continent in three...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/904452/

Discussion: How long were you Incontinent? How did it come back for you?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 30, 2023

Hi 'tuckerp', just a word to encourage you to try the kegels first for incontinence. And...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1067578/

Discussion: Life after prostate cancer

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 14, 2024

Have sex every day. It may be your last chance to do it normally, if at...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1164613/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 29, 2024

Had RP at age 69. Agree to get a very experienced surgeon at a COE. Suggest...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1046011/

Discussion: Radical Prostatectomy By Robotic Surgery: What can I expect?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 5, 2024

Short story: RARP 18 months ago, complete incontinence since despite Kegels and PT and only got...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/901233/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 24, 2023

I did not have surgery, but opted for ADT and SBRT radiation. My urologist and RO...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1128576/

Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 22, 2024

I love your chart! That is a great trend line! My PT emphasized deep, prolonged breathing...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/821517/

Discussion: Incontinence Improvement with Pelvic PT?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 6, 2023

I had my surgery 13 months ago and I've been reading these posts for a year...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1026455/

Discussion: Urethral Sling for Minor Stress Incontinence

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 3, 2024

I suspect strengthening the pelvic floor is not just "kegels." @robertmizek or anyone else, do you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1164008/

Discussion: Dry Orgasm after surgery: Does it get better with time?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 28, 2024

Let me share my experience. RP on 9/18/24. Started kegels a few weeks before surgery and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1208911/

Discussion: After catheter removal

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 11 9:14am

I can say I am glad to hear about triggers but certainly explains I was not...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1001591/

Discussion: Kegel Exercises: Am I doing them correctly?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 22, 2024

This isn't Spino, but RALP is Robot Assisted Laparoscopic Prostatectomy. I had this surgery in August...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1119980/

Discussion: Surgery or Radiation for Intermediate Prostate Cancer?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 8, 2024

I had RALP Aug ‘22, after diagnosis in March. Prior to RALP I did 3-5 weeks...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1001594/

Discussion: Apprehensive, and asking for your advice pre RP

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 22, 2024

Just joined this group. Robotic prostratectomy Jan16 catheter for two weeks and just 2 and 1/2weeks...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1237913/

Discussion: Incontinence Improvement with Pelvic PT?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 16 5:42am

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