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Unfortunately, there are too many unknown variables for anybody, with the possible exception of your surgeon,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/852355/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 1, 2023

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

Yes, we don't all start with an MRI to the prostate. Sometimes it's just a backache,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1184587/

Discussion: Ready to throw in the towel

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 4, 2024

Very good input from others; array of information. I would suggest reading relevant portions of "Surviving...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1096694/

Discussion: Can I Manage Testosterone w/ ORGOVYX and Skip Radiation?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 30, 2024

I believe that if the cancer remains completely within the prostate, the usual course of action...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1035004/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 17, 2024

My biopsy showed two cores out of 14 at 3+4=7. After numerous consultations I decided on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1002302/

Discussion: Prostate cancer: Anyone had surgery at 3+3?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 23, 2024

I'm 31 months post RP and I also was a 3+4. I spent a number of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1197156/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 25, 2024

Cannot agree more emphatically with what jeffmarc has advised. Nowhere in your posts do you mention...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1192848/

Discussion: Prostate cancer T3b: Anyone else had radiation and what was outcome?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 18, 2024

Don’t believe any surgeon who gives you his batting average on ED and incontinence. I went...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1069741/

Discussion: Surgeon appointment for Robotic Prostatectomy: Questions to ask?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 17, 2024

I have been in different support groups over the past 3 years (ANCAN) and UCSF) and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/980070/

Discussion: T3b Prostate Cancer with Seminal Vesicle Invasion

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 13, 2023

I was first diagnosed at age 46 with prostate cancer & Gleason score 9. Was treated...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/828086/

Discussion: Metastic prostate Cancer Survivors - longevity and quality of life

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 18, 2023

I'm 65 and I am in excellent health. I live in Northern Wisconsin summers and winter...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/986903/

Discussion: Finished 28 Proton Therapies

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 26, 2023

I am also 68 , have Gleason 3+3 /6 PSA that is now 16 , 8/12...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1203616/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 4 9:58am

Good luck to you, David! Know that results do vary. My RALP was Sept of ‘23...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1206869/

Discussion: After catheter removal

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 8 1:11pm

Hey buddy, My surgeon, Dr David Samadi, has a similar description of this on his website....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1211192/

Discussion: Insurance Denying PART of Surgery

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 14 9:20am

Two thoughts. First, don't "stock up" on large numbers of anything. Odds are if kegel's are...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1058215/

Discussion: What supplies did you have ready for urinary incontinence after RP?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 27, 2024

I had surgery at age 67. Talked to medical, surgical and radiation oncologist and got input...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/313261/

Discussion: SBRT vs. Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 14, 2020

One word of caution. When I decided on surgery my Gleason score was 3+4 =7 in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1146000/

Discussion: How much short term disability to seek for robotic prostatectomy?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 23, 2024

I beg to differ on the miniscule aspect of a prostate removal's affect. If a prostate...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/982443/

Discussion: What causes penis to change size after prostate surgery?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 18, 2023

The easiest way to explain a Kegel is to squeeze your cheeks. DO NOT use your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/967695/

Discussion: Do those Kegels!

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 19, 2023

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