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My surgery was a mixed bag. 90min late start as case ahead of me went long....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/963661/

Discussion: Post radical prostatectomy (RP) Challenges

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 12, 2023

I did active surveillance for 3 years. 3 biopsies over that period. When an MRI showed...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/955262/

Discussion: Selecting Active Survelliance based on GG1 and small GG2 in biopsy?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 28, 2023

I am on the 4th day after my prostate surgery, I have a long road to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/879776/

Discussion: Under what circumstances is it OK to treat Gleason 6 ?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 16, 2023

I am 65 and had a robotic prostatectomy in July 2022. I had only a few...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/832919/

Discussion: Post Prostatectomy Incontinence: When can I start bicycling again?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 27, 2023

This is exactly what my radiation oncologist said when I asked the same question. So by...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/802784/

Discussion: How long do Lupron side effects last after treatment concludes?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 28, 2023

I'm scheduling my RALP for mid January. As someone who tries to be prepared for as...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1170044/

Discussion: Any tips for first few days immediately following prostate surgery?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 8, 2024

I’m sorry for your third battle, I had surgery last summer and prayed it was over,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1254553/

Discussion: Trouble with vacuum pumps

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 10 8:28am

Some research shows removing prostate has little impact on life expectancy. You really need to look...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1088384/

Discussion: 3+3 - others' experiences and questions I should ask doc?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 17, 2024

My husband had an RARP just 9 days ago. He is doing amazing! Virtually no incontinence....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1086755/

Discussion: Any recommendations for radiation oncologist at Mayo in Rochester?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 14, 2024

Unfortunately, none of the diagnostic scans are 100% accurate. I had a BCR after my RP...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1024114/

Discussion: Negative findings on PSMA scan

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 28, 2024

I had BPH for a number of years. 2 MRI’s, both clean, 2 biopsies, the 2nd...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1004790/

Discussion: Best Prostate Cancer Treatment Options If You Have BPH Symptoms?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 27, 2024

I too had a Gleason 3+4=7. I opted for removal in early December. My pathology report...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/999457/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 18, 2024

They did tell us about side effects that can occur during treatment. They did mention that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/982309/

Discussion: Looking for tips on managing Radiation-induced proctitis

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 17, 2023

The surgeon said the procedure went well. I'm a little bloated but have been fine pain-wise...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1330451/

Discussion: My RARP is tomorrow

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 19 9:35am

I saw the surgeon and he spent a fair amount of time with me. He said...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1292960/

Discussion: Scheduled for prostate removal next week urine test: Staphylococcus

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 29 4:41pm

Just an update to my previous post. I forgot to mention that I was 67 when...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1322256/

Discussion: Living with Prostate Cancer: Meet others & introduce yourself

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 7 11:23am

Urologists are the surgeons when it comes to prostate cancer. You could ask that doctor at...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1243983/

Discussion: Who prescribes ADT?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 23 4:59pm

I think the advice you got from other people is quite appropriate. I’m a little surprised...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1248909/

Discussion: ADT for several months before Radical Prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 2 5:14pm

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

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