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My experience doesn't really apply to your question. I had RP before radiation so flow was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/806873/

Discussion: Benefits of Exercise During and Just Before Radiation

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 6, 2023

The blood filled ejaculations scared the crap out of me. I was totally unprepared. Basically tomato...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1206407/

Discussion: Are you experiencing dry orgasm after prostate cancer treatments?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 7 11:37pm

I’m 70, PCa diagnosis this past August, Gleason 4+3. MRI with contrast showed cancer contained in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/803238/

Discussion: Surgery or Radiation + Hormone Therapy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 29, 2023

Communication issue? I began post op Kegel PT 1 week following catheter removal. Very helpful for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/798351/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 18, 2023

Jerry - thanks for your comments, and congratulations on regaining continence. The catheter comes out on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/796649/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 14, 2023

@justmike74 , there can be a LOT of variables but I think my experience is pretty...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/775356/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 20, 2022

Now, eleven days post-RALP, and with the catheter out almost three days, I find myself fully...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/744961/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 3, 2022

I agree with the previous comments: start kegals, a plastic bucket helped a lot, watch a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1164618/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 29, 2024

I had my RALP in August of 22. Operation went well. PCa was contained in Prostate...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/814861/

Discussion: Tiredness after radical prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 21, 2023

That would be great and thanks again. Just to clarify, I am Grade 3, Gleason 7...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1198146/

Discussion: Gleason 7 (4+3) radiation, but ADT also? Over treatment?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 27, 2024

I agree with @web265; it's different for everyone. I was 70 in June 2024 when I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1190782/

Discussion: What to expect after prostate surgery: How bad is the incontinence?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 15, 2024

I am 71 and drink at least 60 ounces of iced tea daily. Tea is a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1158615/

Discussion: Incontinance with coffee and alcohol

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 17, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

@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, 2024

@phl6953 -- If you don't have access to youtube, maybe there's another similar site that'll have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1128732/

Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 22, 2024

@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, 2024

@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, 2024

Professional PT direction for proper Kegel technique helped me immensely. 1 visit preop (no time for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1104060/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 12, 2024

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