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I am 71. When diagnosed I immediately decided on RP. I met with two different surgeons...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1045117/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 4, 2024

Hey @charliepnet My experience was that through the continual kegel ritual, I was able to gain...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1035021/

Discussion: HELP. when does incontinence stop after prostate removal?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 17, 2024

During the first couple of months, I recall NOT noticing before I was about to leak....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1050150/

Discussion: Do you know when you are leaking urine post surgery?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 13, 2024

Diagnosed at 72, Gleasons of 3+4’s and 4+3’s, I read Dr Walsh’s book and researched lots...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1006086/

Discussion: Surgery or Radiation + Hormone Therapy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 29, 2024

I had my prostate removed in 2011. I carried out Kegel exercises for 10 years, but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1037356/

Discussion: HELP. when does incontinence stop after prostate removal?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 20, 2024

A basic evaluation isn't testing the elasticity, hydration, weak spots, tension - all things that indicate...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1240703/

Discussion: Incontinence Improvement with Pelvic PT?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 19 11:31am

Last year, at age 72, I had RALP August 23. I had done several weeks of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/997531/

Discussion: Kegel Exercises: Am I doing them correctly?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 15, 2024

Just Google pelvic floor therapist Phoenix, I just did and there's plenty out there. Just know...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1237558/

Discussion: mri result. what does this mean...i see doc tomorrow

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 15 12:12pm

I don't do pads. I am 8 months out. Been very hard. I got off the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1035594/

Discussion: HELP. when does incontinence stop after prostate removal?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 18, 2024

Sorry to hear of your ongoing incontinent problem. I have lots of empathy for you. Following...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/759610/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 10, 2022

The blood filled ejaculations scared the crap out of me. I was totally unprepared. Basically tomato...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1206407/

Discussion: Are you experiencing dry orgasm after prostate cancer treatments?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 7 11:37pm

Hello, Greybeard! Seeing your question about the vacuum pump, I want to ask you for advice....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1205773/

Discussion: Advice on Penis pumps

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 7 7:31am

I may have jumped the gun. 2nd night in pull up after having a day of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/884109/

Discussion: Did anyone who had prostate removal experience penis length shortening

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 24, 2023

Ask your doctor for a prescription for PT on Kegel exercises to learn the correct exercises...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/830786/

Discussion: Looking for exercise suggestions prior to robotic prostatectomy.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 23, 2023

I am 71 and drink at least 60 ounces of iced tea daily. Tea is a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1158615/

Discussion: Incontinance with coffee and alcohol

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 17, 2024

I’m 70 and 5 weeks post RALP surgery and pleased with my recovery. I’m 95+% continent...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/810213/

Discussion: Had Radical Prostatectomy last week: What are next steps?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 12, 2023

Let me share my experience. RP on 9/18/24. Started kegels a few weeks before surgery and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1208911/

Discussion: After catheter removal

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 11 9:14am

1 year later - Just got back from visit w urologist. PSA finally down to <...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1052808/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 18, 2024

I had my RALP in August of 22. Operation went well. PCa was contained in Prostate...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/814861/

Discussion: Tiredness after radical prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 21, 2023

IF you can, squeeze in 1 PT appt preop to receive Kegel instructions. Biopsy July 17;...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1001140/

Discussion: Apprehensive, and asking for your advice pre RP

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 21, 2024

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