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I am 71 and just had prostratectomy. It is no walk in the park however, I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1294385/

Discussion: Is 76 too old for prostate cancer surgery?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 1, 2025

I had stress incontinence due to prostate cancer removal 25 years ago. I was using 3-4...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1268308/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 27, 2025

The radiation oncologist with whom I consulted said the same. I didn't like that idea nor...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1050733/

Discussion: Prostate Cancer (47 yrs old) - Guidance Request

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 14, 2024

I am 63 and had RP on 1/11/24 here in Roanoke Va. Everyones recovery is different...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1041855/

Discussion: Radical Prostatectomy By Robotic Surgery: What can I expect?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 28, 2024

@ucfron Yes, surgery is a possible future option after a TULSA-PRO treatment, especially if the treatment...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1404481/

Discussion: Newly diagnosed and looking for treatment advice.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 29, 2025

I had a RARP 23 months ago. It went well and my follow-ups have been an...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1381149/

Discussion: Newly diagnosed with prostate cancer and still gathering information

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 28, 2025

The reason that somebody would want to avoid this treatment is that radiation does damage to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1341502/

Discussion: Anyone had salvage radiation therapy post-prostatectomy?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 5, 2025

I had my RP 1 1/2 years ago. Prior to my surgery I did Kegels religiously...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1326199/

Discussion: 72 hours out from robotic prostate surgery ..

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 13, 2025

You'll do great! I was diagnosed with G8 at age 68, no spread in late 2022....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1262254/

Discussion: Final countdown to RP on 3/26th and I’m anxious

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 19, 2025

I'm on the active surveillance decided to do that recently and I have more cores positive...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1214053/

Discussion: Did you choose active surveillance? Why was it a good choice?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 15, 2025

My surgeon emphasized the need to do Kegels. I started doing Kegels for the six weeks...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1128539/

Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 22, 2024

It could be urge incontinence. The detrusor muscle that squeezes your bladder to empty it is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1094740/

Discussion: Stress Incontinence Running after Prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 26, 2024

Thank you for replying back with helpful information, it sounds like you have a positive outlook...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/932445/

Discussion: How could they get my diagnosis so wrong.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 19, 2023

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

Like mn281, I had mine done with the anterior hood technique in Rochester. I also had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1226114/

Discussion: Retzius sparing surgery

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 31, 2025

Honestly, I agree with all of your points. Why wait for possibly cancerous cells to get...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1175717/

Discussion: I need advice to help make a decision.......

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 18, 2024

I've tried a manual vac device but not for erection. Those went out with the nerves...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1087270/

Discussion: Anyone have issues with vacuum devises post prostatectomy?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 15, 2024

@billfarm It's a trade-off: more-precise radiation means fewer side-effects; less-precise radiation means a better chance of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1502901/

Discussion: Not Good News after prostate biospy when MRI didn't look too bad

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 11 5:35am

I had the the Optilume procedure November 2023 following 3 other laser procedures to open my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1494468/

Discussion: Optilume Balloon Treatment for Prostatic Strictures

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 30 5:57pm

I’ve used Tena maximum absorption pads (buy on Amazon) for 4 years. I also wear an...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1532623/

Discussion: Incontinence products questions: Pull-ups vs. diapers, pads and guards

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 22 8:38am

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