Prostate Cancer: Discussions | Page 1

Professional PT guidance for properly performing Kegel exercises very helpful to me. I was able to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1134812/

Discussion: Recovery after Robotic Prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 2, 2024

I’m 71. I had some of the same issues as you did: BPH, nocturia, etc. After...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1013757/

Discussion: Apprehensive, and asking for your advice pre RP

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 11, 2024

Hi, Colleen. My consult is actually this Friday. I have been doing kegels and some abdominal...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/836398/

Discussion: Looking for exercise suggestions prior to robotic prostatectomy.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 2, 2023

Good to hear of your fast recovery. I’ve recovered too after my RP surgery; however, my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/762130/

Discussion: Stage 4 prostate cancer treatment options

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 17, 2022

I'd also be interested if anyone in this group has had such an experience. If I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/970504/

Discussion: Bladder control was improving, now degrading.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 26, 2023

Hi @roberdc , It's quite the jarring piece of information isn't it. We've all been through...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/839045/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 7, 2023

Monday will be 9 weeks since RP and incontinence is an ongoing issue, changing 5-6 times...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1208856/

Discussion: After catheter removal

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 11 8:20am

I had some incontinence the first month and wore a mini pad for the following month...

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 17, 2024

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 1:04pm

"Jarring" is a good word. The timeline looks doable. I work at an oil refinery and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/839520/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 7, 2023

thanks for this I am experiencing the same symptons and in the same time frame ....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1217838/

Discussion: Looking for tips on managing Radiation-induced proctitis

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 20 11:30pm

I love your response. I am really with you and if my PT or someone else...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1240768/

Discussion: Incontinence Improvement with Pelvic PT?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 19 12:22pm

I never did any kegels before or after surgery. Really had no incontinence to speak of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1239528/

Discussion: It's Official I have Prostate Cancer

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 17 9:43pm

Thanks for this, @survivor5280 You wrote, "I'm surprised you did them so soon after your surgery"....

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Discussion: Incontinence Improvement with Pelvic PT?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 25 1:27pm

After my RP, my surgeon recommended 10 quick Kegels followed by 10 with a 5 second...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1163890/

Discussion: What is the proper number and frequency of kegels?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 28, 2024

71 had prostratectomy Jan 15 catheter for two weeks. I have stress and urgency incontinence I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1256960/

Discussion: Supplies recommendations post prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 13 10:57am

@kenhorse This has been a common problem with those who had RP and those who had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1059155/

Discussion: Kegals forever?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 29, 2024

Thanks to both of you Tom and David I may keep the condom catheter in mind...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1239575/

Discussion: Incontinence Improvement with Pelvic PT?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 18 4:24am

I have empathy for you. It’s a lot to deal with afterwards. I started out for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1038144/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 22, 2024

Good morning. I am 71. In excellent health. Diagnosed with 3+4=7 in one core and lesser...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1042021/

Discussion: Radical prostatectomy (RP) vs radiation post age 70

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 29, 2024