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I have never had to get up for more than a couple of times in the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1170613/

Discussion: Mild pain and constant peeing six months after radiation

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 9, 2024

I have not, BUT I did a purchase a red light therapy panel (MitoRedLight) that I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1169073/

Discussion: Has anyone tried a Kegel training device?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 6, 2024

Thank you for your responses. @bdc1677 and @retireditguy your recommendation for a center of excellence is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1164403/

Discussion: Newly Diagnosed: Removal vs Radiation

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 29, 2024

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, 2024

Peterj116, Good you plan ahead for the worst but do expect the best! During my 1.5...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1153869/

Discussion: Depends pants & pads - a practical (or stupid?) question..

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 8, 2024

Hey Robert... I had RP (laparoscopic) surgery last August (about 13 months ago)... Was lucky not...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1151922/

Discussion: ED after prostatectomy? Any first hand experiences overcoming it?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 4, 2024

At your young age, you are a good candidate for Ralp. Less problems with incontinance, healing,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1149026/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 29, 2024

My surgery was 2 weeks ago. In preparation for the urinary incontinence, I got depends, male...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1140949/

Discussion: Best underwear?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 13, 2024

Hi RonC, I was is a similar situation and was told by my urologist that they...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1137750/

Discussion: I am 83 years old with a PSA of 6.5. Will have a prostate biopsy soon.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 7, 2024

I'm 70 and reasonably fit (but not excessively so) at 5'11" and 187 lbs, and I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1116011/

Discussion: How to Minimize Side Effects of Treatment?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 1, 2024

I am 71 yo, now 2 months out from robotic radical prostatectomy. First night in the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1105654/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 14, 2024

I had surgery 2 weeks ago at Mayo Clinic. I was able to sleep on my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1103480/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 11, 2024

Tuckerp, so sorry to hear about things going on in your life. Best advice I heard...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1103220/

Discussion: Gleason 6 (3+3) treatments

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 10, 2024

Yes. Someone should not base their decision on my reaction. Your Dr is probably right. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1088427/

Discussion: 3+3 - others' experiences and questions I should ask doc?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 17, 2024

My husband had an RARP just 9 days ago. He is doing amazing! Virtually no incontinence....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1086755/

Discussion: Any recommendations for radiation oncologist at Mayo in Rochester?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 14, 2024

I was 73 when I had RP surgery. My doctor told me he had to cut...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1084778/

Discussion: Treatments for long term incontinence after RP

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 11, 2024

I had 25 sessions or proton beam IMRT plus one HDR procedure. I had the outpatient...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1497061/

Discussion: Proton Therapy: any long term side effects? Any regrets?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 3 9:20am

I’ve used Tena maximum absorption pads (buy on Amazon) for 4 years. I also wear an...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1532623/

Discussion: Incontinence products questions: Pull-ups vs. diapers, pads and guards

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 22 8:38am

@climateguy and @rlpostrp, interesting idea to replace the jockey-style briefs with a jockstrap to hold the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1533720/

Discussion: Anyone recently experience sudden diaper rash using "Shields"?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 23 2:24pm

I am a 74, still waffling between SBRT and Surgery.If you have not looked into nerve...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1533956/

Discussion: Radical Prostatectomy vs. Radiation therapy?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 23 11:05pm

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