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I have been living with an Artificial Urinary Sphincter for almost two years now and only...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1273218/

Discussion: Alternative incontinence treatments?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 3, 2025

I had a cystoscopy about three months ago. It was as simple a procedure as I’ve...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1534316/

Discussion: Is there a downside to a Urologist scoping you at one year post RALF?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: 3 days ago

I’ve had an artificial urinary sphincter for several years now. It has been very helpful although...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/780673/

Discussion: Do you have urinary incontinence after prostatectomy & radiation?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 4, 2022

I had a artificial urinary sphincter 7 months ago. Has changed my life for the +....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/760784/

Discussion: Do you have urinary incontinence after prostatectomy & radiation?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 13, 2022

If you have not had radiation, a sling may help. If you have had radiation, an...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1458474/

Discussion: Is it normal for incontinence severity to come and go?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 11, 2025

Hi, I was diagnosed at age 55 and had high dose rate brachytherapy that year. The...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1248683/

Discussion: What is the average age of the gentlemen on here?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 2, 2025

So sorry to hear that you have bad experience with side effects : (. How long...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1295889/

Discussion: Is 76 too old for prostate cancer surgery?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 3, 2025

@surftohealth88 That was helpful. Thankyou. But of course, YouTube won't show it actually being used. You...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1414214/

Discussion: Cialis (tadalafil): Is it doing any good & how long to take it?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 12, 2025

.The sling is an option If you’ve had radiation the sling may not work.. Bulkamid is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1270489/

Discussion: Alternative incontinence treatments?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 30, 2025

I lost both urinary sphincters resulting in no control whatsoever. Life was very unpleasant. About three...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1193410/

Discussion: Artificial sphincter: Was it difficult to learn how to use? Tips?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 19, 2024

After a radical prostatectomy (2014) followed by a cystoscopy a few years ago that ruptured my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1157203/

Discussion: Wiesner clamp - has anyone tried one?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 14, 2024

@lavender560, fellow member @docwatson posted a similar question here: - Experience with ProAct implants (an AUS)...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1167344/

Discussion: Can anyone share their experience with ProACT (an AUS)?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 3, 2024

Since you have not had radiation, you can have the ProACT Device installed to stop your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1489100/

Discussion: Leaking now thirteen years later

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 22 7:35pm

@lsk1000 That’s why the urologist requires a cystoscopy to make sure that it will work properly....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1423325/

Discussion: Prostate Cancer Incontinence: What products do you use? Tips?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 25, 2025

Hello @hmctgraybill51. Members @seamayofan @jonbuuck @scullrower have shared their experience with an artificial urinary sphincter and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/700016/

Discussion: Do you have urinary incontinence after prostatectomy & radiation?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 17, 2022

lol You're right. But I've had 2 physios & 1 surgeon write me off as a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1224622/

Discussion: A Strange And Personal Question

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 29, 2025

A prostatectomy will remove the cancer. You may or may not have a recurrence later, but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1381159/

Discussion: Newly diagnosed with prostate cancer and still gathering information

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 28, 2025

Incontinence after surgery varies considerably. Some people have none, or very little. Others get serious incontinence...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1205627/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 6, 2025

As long as it has been since your surgery it is unlikely you can resolve the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1493500/

Discussion: Questions about intercourse and incontinence after prostate surgery

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 29 2:03pm

I had my prostate fully removed as I did not want to have cancer in my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1195957/

Discussion: Surgery? Radiation? Can I have an independent suggestion?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 23, 2024