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Sorry that you are here but will try to help as much as we can. I...

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Discussion: 44-yr-old prostate cancer patient seeking advice, thoughts, etc.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 15, 2025

I posted this nearly 2 years ago, and today someone responded to it. That gave me...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1213828/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 15, 2025

I went to a PT who specializes in working with men after prostate surgery. I was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1211196/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 14, 2025

Couldn’t agree more. I did Kegels religiously before and after my RP and had ZERO incontinence...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1208868/

Discussion: After catheter removal

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2025

After catheter removal, do those Kegels!

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1207421/

Discussion: Radical prostatectomy completed today.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 9, 2025

I was diagnosed with Gleason 9 grade 5 encapsulated two years ago. Chose proctectomy and regret...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1205893/

Discussion: Scheduled for a Radical Prostatectomy and having Second Thoughts

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 7, 2025

I would think hard about the prostatectomy due to issues with continence! All the doctors tell...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1205357/

Discussion: Just diagnosed, intermediate risk: Not sure which direction to go

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 6, 2025

At the outset, everyone's journey is different. My urologist said my incontinence would improve and it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1200407/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 30, 2024

Happy to share my experience with you. We are all brothers in this stupid disease. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1184480/

Discussion: ED after prostatectomy? Any first hand experiences overcoming it?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 4, 2024

A little background. My PSA had been between 2.3 and 2.9 for five years up and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1174590/

Discussion: My Gleason score is 7 - 3+4. How long can I live without treatment?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 16, 2024

All good comments for such a good wife and partner! My two thoughts: 1. Guys are...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1174293/

Discussion: Any suggestions for the wife on how to support my husband?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 16, 2024

Here are the links to the YouTube videos https://youtu.be/MJ7EfGu03-0 and - Kegels for Men https://youtu.be/n6z88aU1dMw

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1170814/

Discussion: Do those Kegels!

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 9, 2024

I have not, BUT I did a purchase a red light therapy panel (MitoRedLight) that I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1169073/

Discussion: Has anyone tried a Kegel training device?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 6, 2024

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

What TJM53 said: do Kegels faithfully. -Remember that this is YOUR life and if your conscience...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1164551/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 29, 2024

I just turned 60. Surgery was one month ago. I go back to work in a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1162667/

Discussion: Leakage after Radical Prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 25, 2024

It can take months and months to regain continence. Persistence with PROPER Kegels is the key....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1161613/

Discussion: Leakage after Radical Prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 23, 2024

Thanks, guys. I didn't consider that it would restrict blood flow as well. I thought we...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1157207/

Discussion: Wiesner clamp - has anyone tried one?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 14, 2024

Peter, don't get discouraged! I did get very discouraged, but 2.5 months after RARP, I started...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1156810/

Discussion: Wiesner clamp - has anyone tried one?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 14, 2024

Everything was a variation on kegels (short duration and long duration) and core strengthening exercises. Good...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1150936/

Discussion: Urge to urinate & pain and burning due to radiation: Tips?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 2, 2024

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