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Hi, Been using the Depends shields to catch dribbles for years but find them a little...

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Discussion: Depends pads. Old vs new

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 8 11:23am

How long did you wait before the AUS? I am in my 8th month of dealing...

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Discussion: Kegel Exercises App.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 7, 2025

Thanks @mtsenior. I bled through my shorts and my jeans again today, so I had to...

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Discussion: Transperineal biopsy recovery time?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 9 7:22pm

I had the “Sling” installed 2 years after my prostatectomy. I went from 2 large pads...

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Discussion: Urethral Sling for Minor Stress Incontinence

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 23, 2024

Thank you - helpful tips for sure. I have already bought a pack of Med, and...

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Discussion: Post Surgery Incontinence

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 10 5:53pm

@diverjer Who told you that about digital kitchen scales ? 😵‍💫 Grams are equal to ml...

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 6 12:48am

Ditto. My husband just started using Tena after doing some research on best pads. Better than...

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Discussion: Prostate Cancer Incontinence: What products do you use? Tips?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 1, 2025

Good morning - my husband is scheduled for an RP in June. The advice you gave...

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Discussion: Supplies recommendations post prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 29, 2024

It has been 8 weeks since I had Robotic Surgery. I am still on 5 medium...

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Discussion: Leakage after Prostate Cancer surgery: Concerned about travel and pads

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 15 11:01am

Hi, I would go with the heavy pads until your bladder tells you to go to...

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Discussion: DeCath day and 1st night without the catheter

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 30 6:19pm

In my situation nearly 1 year out from prostate removal, a normal day was 4 -...

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Discussion: Urethral Sling for Minor Stress Incontinence

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 29, 2024

@kcman1960 - at two weeks post-surgery, you’re very early in your recovery. While some very few...

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Discussion: Prostatectomy And Incontinence: When can I expect it to improve?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 20 4:13pm

@jeffmarc That’s exactly what happened to me. I didn’t even wear a pad after prostotectomy. After...

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Discussion: Is it normal for incontinence severity to come and go?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 12, 2025

I recommend a small supply of pads ( just in case ) I can feel a...

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 12, 2024

I suspect it is an individual choice. I bought small lots to try them out. Early...

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Discussion: Any recommendations for the best type of pads to wear?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 11, 2025

Of course this is a decision for you and your doctor/s. I was using 7 -...

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 9, 2025

Had a phone meeting Thursday with the urologist that specializes in incontinence. I am only using...

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Discussion: Sling, or artificial urinary sphincter?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 8, 2024

Had prostate removed eleven years ago with radiation. Have incontience with no quality of life. Have...

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Discussion: Anyone have urethral strictures prior to prostate cancer treatment?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 10, 2024

All good comments above. I'll tell you what I did different. I was totally incontinent for...

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Discussion: What kind of incontinence product after RARP ?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 8, 2025

It may be helpful to the urologist to quantify the leakage. They love numbers & once...

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Discussion: Long term incontinence after RP

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 25, 2025