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I would say that you shouldn't need a nurse. You'll be laid up recovery for a...

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Discussion: How to deal with catheter while recovering after prostate surgery?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 10 11:15am

Joe, Yes, the surgery was with robotic assistance at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Patrick Walsh (we go...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1103137/

Discussion: Gleason 6 (3+3) treatments

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 10, 2024

I was diagnosed in October 2020 had my Da Vinci robotic prostatectomy. I was Gleason 7(3+4)....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1040240/

Discussion: Acceptance of Prostate Cancer and its side effects

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Posted: Mar 25, 2024

I am also 56 years old and was diagnosed in the first week of September with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/780728/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 4, 2022

Good morning and Happy New Year! I am a 70 yo recently retired Radiologist (Interventional specialty...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/989674/

Discussion: PSA 8.6, MRI PIRADS 5, Biopsy scheduled, so a bit worried

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 1, 2024

Really good question and glad to answer. When I was still in training (residency and fellowship...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/989858/

Discussion: PSA 8.6, MRI PIRADS 5, Biopsy scheduled, so a bit worried

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 1, 2024

I chose robotic surgery in Jan 14 when I was diagnosed. At the time, it was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/110115/

Discussion: Prostate cancer treatment choices

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 11, 2019

I posted this on another thread however prostrate cancer runs in my family. My borhter opted...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1284573/

Discussion: Seed Implant old treatment?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 18 9:36am

Great comments above. I am a big advocate for removing the prostate when cancer is detected....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/947953/

Discussion: Why did you choose surgery instead of radiation or vise versa?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 15, 2023

It would help me, at least, to know how old you are. Also, are you on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/744938/

Discussion: Prostate Cancer- getting help-questions answered

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 3, 2022

Batsam10, I was about 5 years younger than you when I was first diagnosed with Gleason...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1032697/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 13, 2024

Welcome to the party. Maybe uncomfortable but from what I understand pay attention to diet, hydration...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1301130/

Discussion: What side effects have you experienced from SBRT for prostate cancer?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 10 12:03pm

Being the same age (just turned 56), I would be very concerned with a doctor that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/778356/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 28, 2022

Instead of starting a new discussion, I hope it's okay to piggyback on this one since...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1340629/

Discussion: Brachytherapy or Prostatectomy? How did you choose?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 3 6:09pm

For myself, I am an extrovert and have no problem talking about my prostate cancer with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1060076/

Discussion: Do you tell others now to get a PSA?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 1, 2024

When my urologist diagnosed my prostate cancer (see my profile for the history) in 2020, he...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1360170/

Discussion: Do you regret having had a prostatectomy vs. radiation, or vice-versa?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 30 3:45pm

I am exactly two years out from my RALP and do not regret my choices, though...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1226024/

Discussion: What is a Prostatectomy Like?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 31 8:31am

Today I contacted The City of Hope and scheduled an appointment with the organization for a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1150780/

Discussion: Lupron dosing: side effects for 3 month dose vs. monthly dose

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 2, 2024

Thanks so much to you all for your helpful responses. I appreciate you taking the time...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1221324/

Discussion: Significant disagreement between 1st and 2nd opinions, what to do?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 25 11:00am

Hey Buddy, Great advice from everyone. I'll add that no matter what you've heard about "robotic"....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1001120/

Discussion: Apprehensive, and asking for your advice pre RP

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Posted: Jan 21, 2024

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