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I definitely believe in kegels. I did Pelvic Floor PT before and after my RALP in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1147591/

Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 26 10:32am

Good question Mary . I am not a doctor so , no medical advise form me...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1148694/

Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 28 11:36am

Everything was a variation on kegels (short duration and long duration) and core strengthening exercises. Good...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1150936/

Discussion: Radiation causing constant urge to urinate and burning

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 2 7:22pm

Thanks, guys. I didn't consider that it would restrict blood flow as well. I thought we...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1157207/

Discussion: Wiesner clamp - has anyone tried one?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 14 9:59pm

Peter, don't get discouraged! I did get very discouraged, but 2.5 months after RARP, I started...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1156810/

Discussion: Wiesner clamp - has anyone tried one?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 14 8:36am

Pelvic floor therapy (including kegels) can be a big help. If your insurance covers physiotherapy, you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1127646/

Discussion: Total inability to have an orgasm post radiation

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 20 4:01pm

Sorry for your situation. There is hope! I strongly and respectfully suggest pelvic floor therapy. I’m...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1127734/

Discussion: Persistent urgency even after urinating, 3 months after prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 20 7:25pm

@phl6953 -- Since you asked, here's what I'm doing: I did kegals about 1 month before...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1128605/

Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 22 9:26am

@phl6953 -- Reading through my long response, I'm not sure if I directly answered your question....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1128619/

Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 22 9:34am

Thanks Michaelcharles: I did start the kegels routine prior surgery, I was surprised I was able...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1135019/

Discussion: Recovery after Robotic Prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 2 11:26am

My RARP was 9 weeks ago and was non-nerve sparing. Pathology showed Gleason 9 with cribriform...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1134884/

Discussion: Recovery after Robotic Prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 2 8:59am

One more comment for the guys who are just beginning to deal with this issue, or...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1137187/

Discussion: Recovery after Robotic Prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 6 8:57am

I'm not sure if Kegels were the answer but I've been through a rollercoaster ride with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1148120/

Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 27 10:01am

@pmclarksr -- I saw your question to @heavyphil and thought I'd weigh in as well since...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1132529/

Discussion: Gleason7(3+4) - treatment options recommendation

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 28 8:15pm

Best of luck! I'll also add that in my case, the incontinence wasn't from the bladder...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1158297/

Discussion: Incontinance with coffee and alcohol

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 17 7:00am

I don't have a lot to add to the excellent posts addressing your question and the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1158405/

Discussion: Incontinance with coffee and alcohol

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 17 9:32am

My surgeon told me to start Kegels as soon as the catheter was removed. 10 quick...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1145349/

Discussion: Urge to pee: 2Qs about improving continence after catheter removal

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 22 7:20am

I know exactly what you are saying and I too have anxiety, bordering on depression! I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1152839/

Discussion: One year past prostatectomy, in waiting mode.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 6 9:37am

My surgeon emphasized the need to do Kegels. I started doing Kegels for the six weeks...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1128539/

Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 22 8:16am

I'm 70, had bilateral NS RALP late 06/2024. I'm about 9 weeks out from surgery. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1134696/

Discussion: Recovery after Robotic Prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 1 7:33pm

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