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Do you have urinary incontinence after prostatectomy & radiation?
Hello, I underwent a prostatectomy in Sep 2017. Gleason score of 9 with a positive margin. 8 months later began radiation tx with rising PSA....
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Jun 6, 2024
What to expect after prostate surgery: How bad is the incontinence?
Having surgery tomorrow to remove prostate and was thinking of going to work in 3 weeks but wondering how bad is the is the incontinence....
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Jan 2 8:49am
Any tips on how to get rid of Urinary incontinence and infection?
On 22 march 2023 I had a radical prostatectomy after radiation. its been ruff. total incontinence. Have had a persistent UTI since bladder bag removed...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Jun 10, 2024
Odor with incontinence? Do others smell what I may not?
I'm not 10 weeks after surgery and the only real issue I deal with regularly is incontinence. The exercises have not been much help so...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Jan 22 11:50am
HELP. when does incontinence stop after prostate removal?
Had my prostate removed and dealing with incontinence. done my research and know it could take from 2 months to year to maybe never. Please...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Mar 26, 2024
Post Prostatectomy Incontinence: When can I start bicycling again?
My first post here. I am 66 and had my robotic prostatectomy in August 2022. I have experienced progress with my incontinence and am at...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Jun 7 3:19pm
What supplies did you have ready for urinary incontinence after RP?
Can anyone help with what type of UI supplies my husband may need in the days, weeks following his RP surgery? Best options/brands, what exactly...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: May 8, 2024
Incontinance with coffee and alcohol
Just had prostatectomy last week. Dr. Did not have any diet restrictions. Now I read where caffeine and alcohol are hurtful for Incontinance. Anybody have...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Oct 18, 2024
Looking for tips on managing Radiation-induced proctitis
Looking for tips from anyone who has experienced bowel incontinence caused by radiation induced proctitis. My husband was diagnosed with radiation induced proctitis 2 years...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Apr 28 8:07pm
How good is Mayo Jacksonville for RARP?
Have you made goid experiences? If so, with which urologist? Do you know how many RARPs they performed and their statistics on ED/incontinence?
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Apr 5 10:47pm
Sling, or artificial urinary sphincter?
I'm getting way ahead of myself here, but terrible incontinence (9 pads per day) after 10 weeks is getting me down. Given that I still...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Dec 8, 2024
What is a Prostatectomy Like?
It is living hell You wear a catheter for 7-10 days after surgery, Then the fun begins. You are now incontinent, and you must wear...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Mar 4 9:39am
Insurance Denying PART of Surgery
I'm wondering if anyone else has encountered this ridiculous denial and what, if anything, they were able to do to overcome it.My doctor, one of...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Jan 16 8:04am
Looking for men who recently had a laparoscopic radical prostatectomy
Had surgery 8/14 having a hard time dealing with the incontinence. Catheter removed 8/21. I know it’s early but just wondering if others are having...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Sep 1, 2023
TULSA-PRO Whole gland treatment: Erection recovery expectations?
I had TULSA-PRO whole gland treatment almost 5 weeks ago. The procedure was a success so far. I do not have incontinence issues at all...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Jun 2 4:41pm
How long do side effects from prostate radiation last?
I finished my prostate radiation on 10/14/2024. The side effects started around 10/1. How long do the side effects go on? I’m experiencing incontinence and...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Nov 2, 2024
Questions regarding Radiation treatment after ADT & Prostatectomy
A 64 old with GS 4+3 T3B with a positive margin. Overall healthy. Urologist said it's high risk & aggressive. Had prostatectomy surgery in April...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Sep 28, 2023
RARP scheduled: what to expect for recovery & day-to-day life?
My RARP surgery is scheduled for early August at Mayo in Rochester. Wondering what to expect for a recovery. I know the incontinence and ED...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: May 31 7:53am
Peeing blood after going for walk
I am69 y/o had a radical prostatectomy on the 22 of march 2023. Catheter has been removed, still suffering from total incontinence. I do have...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Apr 19, 2023
Radical prostatectomy (RP) vs radiation post age 70
I am considering options of RP vs radiation for Gleason 9 Stage 2b cancer without metastasis or extension. Surgery says I am a good candidate...
Support Group: Prostate Cancer
Last active: Apr 12, 2024