Ultra - For what it's worth, I'm also from the Chicago area and had Dr. Catalona do my surgery. Everything went well, I'm healthy as a horse (4 years with 0 PSA). Northwestern hospital is first class...
I am north of 3 years post surgery and it's not looking promising for a return to natural erections. I use bi-mix and it works well. It's been difficult to adjust emotionally and to the new...
Thanks for the encouraging post. It's been about 27 months since my surgery and I'm still at bupkis. I use Bimix and it works well enough but I would love to a return to unaided erections. I'll keep...
Rock on, Casey! All the best....
Susan, I also have/had low T post surgery. Since my cancer was contained within the prostate and all of my post-surgery PSAs had come back at zero, my surgeon was comfortable enough for me to start...
Thanks, JNF! I did have this discussion with my Uro. Several factors are involved - 1) the PCa was completely contained within the prostate, 2) my PSAs have all come back <0.1 since surgery, and 3)...
mspt98, Thanks for the response. I think the Axiron is a newer for of T used for treatment. My T is at 213 so I'm looking forward to seeing how a more elevated level will make me feel. My primary...
So, apparently I now have low testosterone. My doc prescribed Axiron, a topical testosterone you apply under your arm. Does anyone have any experience with Axiron (or other testosterone supplements)...
All I've seen in the literature and been told by docs is that if the solutions gets cloudy, throw it out. As long as it stays clear, it should be good to go....
Keep the faith, my man. Life is hike through many peaks and valleys. We all have faith that you will easily and successfully scale the next peak! :yeah:...
I couldn't agree more with Dr. Lawrence's basic premise. The problem lies not in too much testing but rather on too much treatment. I'm certainly not an expert at determining what should be...
Best of luck, Big Mac. It will be a piece of cake!...
Hey Gadget, Again, I had the open with Catalona in July of '11. My best advice would be to very patiently and carefully follow his instructions. There are many views as to how best to do kegels (how...
WindycityTiger - the first part is obvious, I live in the Chicago area. The second part is for my passion - Auburn University. I could have gone by the moniker "War Eagle" but I needed to give my...
Ken, I had an open procedure at Northwestern performed by Dr. William Catalona. He's one of the true godfathers of prostate surgery and I had great results with him. I also consulted with Dr. Greg...
Gadget, My case was not too dissimilar to your except my Gleason score was lower. I also opted for the open procedure with Dr. Catalona. Northwestern hospital does a great job with terrific nurses...
I made sure to get up and walk laps around the house every hour...all day. As others have said, get up, keep moving, drink lots of water, and realize that the discomfort and nuisance of the...
I'm happy that I no longer have a cancer-filled prostate inhabiting my body! Happy Thanksgiving to all!!...
Good luck tomorrow! Now all you have to do is heal. The hard part is over....
Welcome to the 'hood, my friend!...
Good luck, Frack! You're enduring the most difficult part now - the waiting. I had my surgery in mid-July and it seems like forever. I'm back to work, working out, traveling, living a pretty normal...
Lake Zurich, IL...
Great news! I hope to join you in the next couple of months....
I'm glad we left the light on for you. Welcome and congrats!...
We'll all be praying....
Thanks, everyone. I hope the membership to the zero club continues to grow exponentially. Water Guy, I'll keep the light on and the door wide open. We'll be waiting......
I got my first post-op PSA results and I can officially become a member of the zero club! Pretty fired up about that. Also, Doc gave me my first Bimix shot and I survived. It was definitely an...
Thanks, Terry. Your comments, along with those of Cajun Jeff and Piano, are very reassuring. I'll give it a shot (no pun intended) on Friday and see how it goes. I may reach out to you next week...
My Doc, as part of his normal protocol, starts his patients on Bimix injections after their 6-week post-op visit. I have my appt on Friday and the Bimix (along with the syringes!) arrived today. I...
I met with Dr. Zagaja at the University of Chicago and Dr. Catalona at Norhwestrn and both were terrific. I chose the open procedure with Catalona and am VERY pleased with the results and his...
Bob, I had my catheter removed on July 22 and, while definitely not dry, my frequency of nighttime urination has declined. When the catheter was removed I would end up going to the bathroom at least...
Thanks for the article, Casey. Guess I should put down the cheeseburger:)...
If you're taking any ibuprofen you may want to stop. It can cause bleeding. Check w/ your doc....
d-in-sc, I had open surgery the day before you and, from your description, it sounds like we're in a similar place. My Dr. says to do 4 sets of 10 kegels each day (breakfast, lunch, dinner and...
Awesome news! I'll send you my bar tab!!!!...
Great news! Take your time with the recovery - patience is DEFINITELY they key to success....
1. The pain does not really correlate with meds: it is much more random. I will go most of the day without meds and without pain, then the pain will come and the meds won't touch it. I take either...
Southern, So far all they've identified is the hydronephrosis - no stones. The pain/discomfort is intermittent but quite unpleasant when it's on. Any experience sharing you can provide would be...
The hits keep on comin! Had my catheter removed yesterday but had begun experiencing sharp pains on my right side/back. Doc ordered ultrasound and xrays and they discovered hydronephrosis in my right...
Southern Comfort - Bulls eye. That's what it is, They did an ultrasound yesterday and will do a CT scan today....
No fever but it doesn't feel like a back strain....
I have been pretty regular since last Friday. At least once, sometimes twice, per day....
I had my open RRP on 7/12 and am scheduled to have my catheter removed tomorrow morning. However, starting last night, I have been experiencing a very uncomfortable cramping sensation on my right...
Glad to hear it...sorry to hear it - but you won't be going it alone....
Thanks, guys! We all get the welcome into the "unwelcome" PCa club, but I'm definitely happy with the prospect of (hopefully) joint the zero club....
Just got the post-op path report and it was great! Gleason 3+4 (same as before), no lymph node or seminal vesicle invasion, 5% tumor involvement in each lobe, clean margins all around, some...
I had a very similar diagnosis and just had on open prostatectomy done last Tuesday. I would be very surprised if a good surgeon couldn't save both nerves. I don't know where you live but I had my...
it is clear that you have a lot on your mind and I think you should insist that your doc take the time to answer all of your questions/concerns. I would go into the appt. with your list of questions...
All of this is very helpful. Thanks, guys!...
Thanks, everyone. It's a little better today but still there. I'll give it the weekend and if it's still bothering me on Monday, I'll talk with the doc. BTW - I should get my pathology results on...