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This is a repeat post, I hope that is OK Post-prostatectomy incontinence Gemtesa Does anyone have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1256682/

Discussion: Post prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 13, 2025

Post-prostratectomy incontinence Gemtesa Does anyone have any experience with Gemtesa to help with incontinence following Prostratectomy?...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1256673/

Discussion: Post prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 13, 2025

I'm 70 and had NS RARP late June 2024 at Mayo Phoenix. I'm reasonably fit but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1256474/

Discussion: Supplies recommendations post prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 12, 2025

I waited 3 months. I remember my surgeon saying they usually prefer to wait at least...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1254686/

Discussion: What's a safe Wait-Time from date of biopsy to start of RT or RP?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 10, 2025

Thanks to both of you Tom and David I may keep the condom catheter in mind...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1239575/

Discussion: Incontinence Improvement with Pelvic PT?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 18, 2025

It sounds like your issue is more complex and kegels may not have been effective or...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1239543/

Discussion: It's Official I have Prostate Cancer

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 17, 2025

Once I get the results of the MRI PSMA I have to meet with the surgeon...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1236848/

Discussion: It's Official I have Prostate Cancer

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 14, 2025

I found Poise pads ( marketed to women) worked best for me. Over the first 3...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1232853/

Discussion: Any recommendations for the best type of pads to wear?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 9, 2025

I am on Day 80 after surgery, I had very little pain throughout, had the catheter...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1226046/

Discussion: What is a Prostatectomy Like?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 31, 2025

Jeez! You entering a Sphincter Olympics or something?🤣. Guess I’m either lucky or had a surgeon...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1223565/

Discussion: A Strange And Personal Question

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 28, 2025

I suffer from anxiety. Everything causes anxious moments. When I was diagnosed with prostate cancer is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1221331/

Discussion: Anxiety over a recurrence in the future

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 25, 2025

We can only relate our experiences, there are some commonalities but it's really different for everyone....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1219440/

Discussion: Year of Firsts: Your Experiences

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 23, 2025

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

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1216219/

Discussion: Pad (for leaking) recommendation after prostate surgery

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 19, 2025

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, 2025

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

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1210615/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 13, 2025

Please keep updating . I am only 11days after RP. Wearing depends. I find that sleeping...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1209115/

Discussion: After catheter removal

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2025

Pelvic Floor PT for Kegels with a qualified physical therapist was very helpful for me and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1205859/

Discussion: Prostatectomy And Incontinence: When can I expect it to improve?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 7, 2025

I had no constipation issues post-surgery - apart from the first few days. I've pretty much...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1198860/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 28, 2024

Thank you for sharing that. I've been working my kegels very hard with both my trainer...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1189248/

Discussion: Wife: Stop Reading Those Forums

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 12, 2024

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

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1172960/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 13, 2024

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