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Based on a lot of comments I feel pretty fortunate. I had my RP last Tuesday....

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Discussion: Post radical prostatectomy (RP) Challenges

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 13, 2023

Most people seem to recover from incontinence and have problems again around 80. I assume exercising,...

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Discussion: Choose between robotic surgery and proton therapy.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 5, 2023

Thank you for sharing your story. This support group is just what he needed. He does...

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Discussion: Questions regarding Radiation treatment after ADT & Prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 13, 2023

I had rlp in September 2018 with Gleason score 10 and still don't have good urine...

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Discussion: Looking for men who recently had a laparoscopic radical prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 30, 2023

The kegels are really important, but also a surgeon who specializes in nerve avoidance is critical....

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Discussion: Best Kegel App?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 16, 2023

I had pelvic pain due to pudendal neuralgia prior to my surgery. I had urinary frequency...

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 14, 2023

My husband (68 y/o) had RALP on June 23, 2023, Mayo Rochester, so about 7 weeks...

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Discussion: Prostatectomy Question? Side effects outweigh benefits?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 13, 2023

I would use the month of August to do walking, kegels, situps, healthy diet, and enjoyment....

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Discussion: Gleason 8 - Surgery scheduled in early Sept - timing ok?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 2, 2023

I was diagnosed with Gleason Score 8 prostate cancer late last summer. I was scheduled for...

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Discussion: What can I expect after radical prostatectomy surgery?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 1, 2023

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

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 24, 2023

Congratulations, step one:complete! (You survived the surgery.) Now, walk every day even with the cath. When...

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Discussion: Radical RALP done yesterday

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 19, 2023

The biopsy will tell you a lot more. I was put under for mine. No issues...

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Discussion: Can anyone please find a moment to help decipher our MRI report?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 28, 2023

Good to hear of your fast recovery. I’ve recovered too after my RP surgery; however, my...

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Discussion: Stage 4 prostate cancer treatment options

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 17, 2022

Just a couple of suggestions. I had RP 3 years ago. I second the notion of...

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Discussion: Any tips for first few days immediately following prostate surgery?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 13, 2024

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

Incontinence is a highly variable outcome and you should prepare accordingly. The kegels and core strengthening...

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Discussion: Pad (for leaking) recommendation after prostate surgery

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 19 8:11am

I'm no expert nor a medical professional, but I found Michelle Kenway's videos on Kegals very...

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Discussion: Pelvic floor seems like the wrong muscle to be exercising

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 13 12:03pm

Thanks Colleen. Clearly this is is a new technology that "shows promise" but I can see...

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Discussion: BTL Emsella chair: Does it help for incontinence?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 18, 2022

All the suggestions made here are great. One thing I would add - a washable sheet...

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Discussion: Supplies recommendations post prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 31, 2024

Agree whole heartedly with starting Kegels exercises before surgery if possible. Strong recommendation to see a...

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Discussion: Supplies recommendations post prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 29, 2024

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