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I would recommend another PSA in 3 months and, likely a biopsy after that to get...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/761845/

Discussion: Prostate lesions found, biopsy results, No symptoms

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 16, 2022

Glad to hear surgery went well. Next step is catheter removal which is no big deal....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/796449/

Discussion: Had Radical Prostatectomy last week: What are next steps?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 14, 2023

When I was at your point in time I ordered a penal clamp.. this really did...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/846626/

Discussion: Living with Prostate Cancer: Meet others & introduce yourself

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 21, 2023

Most everyone will agree that Surgery or Radiation and Hormone therapy (ADT) are efficacious treatments for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/860375/

Discussion: 47 years old with newly diagnosed Gleason 7 (4+3)

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 15, 2023

John, Hope some of your leakage issue has become minimal. I haven't had that as a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/284371/

Discussion: When do you start lupron shots?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 10, 2019

I did not have these SEs. PT for Kegel edu before; and following. Walked 20 mins...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/888656/

Discussion: Belly and scrotum swelling post robotic assisted RP

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 2, 2023

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/876009/

Discussion: Bladder issues.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 10, 2023

Unfortunately, there are too many unknown variables for anybody, with the possible exception of your surgeon,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/852355/

Discussion: How long will incontinence last after prostate cancer treatment?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 1, 2023

Still dealing with incontinence, although it is slowly getting better (Kegals Kegals and more Kegals!) but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/912490/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 13, 2023

During the first couple of months, I recall NOT noticing before I was about to leak....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1050150/

Discussion: Do you know when you are leaking urine post surgery?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 13 2:16pm

8 months for me. Doing 1,000 cruches, pelvic floor hunch in the air on your back...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1038088/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 22 6:34am

I concur with hammer. I had almost the exact Stage of PC as you, it was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/951205/

Discussion: Robotic prostatectomy and lymph nodes dissection

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 21, 2023

Hi Rose. I would second michaelcharle's comment about Jim starting his kegel exercises before surgery and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/995561/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 11 11:33am

My Kegel routine after RP: 10 fast ones and then immediately 10 more, each with a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1035079/

Discussion: Conflicted/Confused, any Guidance/Advice out there?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 17 8:51am

RP@age 74. Very mild incontinence initially, completely gone within 3-4 months. Did Kegel's 1 round a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1046213/

Discussion: Radical prostatectomy (RP) vs radiation post age 70

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 6 9:29am

Recommend referral to experienced Physical Therapist for training for Kegel exercises. Very helpful in regaining continence....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/918632/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 25, 2023

My Mayo surgeon. Dr. Ram Pathak. I did kegals every other day for six weeks prior...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1062770/

Discussion: What supplies did you have ready for urinary incontinence after RP?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 5 3:39pm

Jim is spot on. I had mine revoved 4 months ago. Gleason 7, CT Scan, Bone...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/979499/

Discussion: Recently Diagnosed, Intermediate Prostate Cancer

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 13, 2023

Thanks, Colleen. I've had my AUS for almost four years. My experience is similar to scullrower....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1019557/

Discussion: Does your Artificial Urinary Sphincter AUS800 leak?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 21 5:36am

My story is almost the same as yours. 74 y/0 @ the time of surgery 10...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1014238/

Discussion: Apprehensive, and asking for your advice pre RP

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 12 9:04am

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