Nickanick, so sorry to hear of the trouble you're having. I've not had your procedure. Curious what your doc says about your situation. Did he/she talk about risks for the procedure before you had it?...
Here are my results: Based on the data provided, the person's estimated risk of biopsy-detectable prostate cancer is 41.3%. The 95% Confidence Interval for this prediction is 37.2% to 45.5%. More...
Yep, butterfly bandage tapes right over incisions were to remain on til they fell off by themselves. In shower, don't scrub, after shower pat dry. If you have tape and gauze over any of them, you...
Best wishes for strength and a speedy/successful recovery!...
"They" say there are two signs that you're getting old. First is you forget things; the second is...umm...errr....hmmm....I forgot....
Welcome to the other side. I had a different kind of catheter, so I can only share based on (what I remember of) what I've read, but a catheter can cause bladder spasms. It might be that. If it is,...
Greetings! I'll be 9 weeks post op on Tuesday. I'm still a little tender when I sit wrong or too long without a cushion, but have seen improvement week to week. I've also discovered that I tend to...
Oakie-- Welcome to the PC brotherhood. Ditto all of the above. I'll be 9 weeks out post robotic RP. Regardless of your treatment choice, there is life on the other side. And here is a forum full of...
I'm 8 weeks out. Consider trying the injections. I'm using bimix for rehab. It is "different," but I do get long and firm, though not really "standing up." The needles are super skinny, so pain is...
Normal! Let us know if the doc says anything differently. Almost 8 weeks post-op and I still have occassional aches during and after urination. Feels kinda like a tightening or contraction of...
Never heard of it either. Agree you run this past your doc. (Better now than later!)...
Happy Birthday and here's to 5 x 5 more! I trust you ate those brownies for medicinal purposes. Perhaps you could start a study: benefits of chocolate frosting and nuts with brownies on PCa? --Steve...
Welcome, and so sorry you have to join us. I found this forum a great place to ask questions and get answers from guys (and their gals) who have walked this road before us. Keep us posted on your...
Did I miss it, or is the location still a secret?...
Great update! Thanks for sharing your journey! I'm 6 months behind you and tomorrow is week 7 post op for me, so I am encouraged by your report of your experience. I didn't have as much trouble with...
Forwarding AK trip idea to my social director!...
Just a note that 10cc second injection of bimix on the left side gave me a much more intense reaction. I thought my member was going to explode, and had some pain associated with that. First...
Jitters, my sympathy to you and yours. Seven weeks post surgery, and about at a point where I could sit in a movie theater, I'll watch the Lone Ranger in your husband's honor and join you in doing...
Thanks for the uplifting message in your blog. Have to admit I am a bit jealous as you're living my dream....being good enough that people would stay to hear me play. Ha ha! I'll have to dust off the...
Agree, my uro nurse recommended a quick dart-like injection technique. I'm just starting bimix for therapy (and hopefully pleasure some day soon?). Not only have I noticed the same things mentioned...
Great news indeed! I've only had one of those colonoscopy things, pre-PC. Asked for light sedation (so I could go home sooner) and was up on one elbow watching the screen with the doc. If you were...
Great report! Heal well!...
Ok. Have to admit that my first attempt with "the rubber ring" was a shocking experience. That thing snapped me like a bear trap when I pushed it off the cylinder. (Glad I didn't use either the...
Not a clue, mate! You might survey urologists in larger cities or at university medical centers in your area (Australia is a big continent!) Alternatively, check with CDU manufacturers or...
Yooper indicated 48 hours after certain activities. Some suggest three days (72 hrs.) I would suggest waiting no longer than 6 months before the next PSA test. Three months wouldn't be unreasonable....
My experience with Viagra pre-op, is it gave me headaches and indigestion, so I stopped using it. But, everyone is different, so try it? Prior Doc gave me a sample of Staxyn with instructions to take...
My doc said 2 to 3 times a week for rehab, never 2 days in a row....
Haven't posted much since surgery, so thought I'd bring everyone up to date. Pathology: Gleason 3+4=7. pT2C, bilateral involvement. Cancer confined to prostate. Tumor volume 10%. Apex margins clear,...
Whoo hoo! Congrats!!!...
***wonders.....is abstruse a real word***...
Good suggestion! (Knew I should have ordered that sooner. Should be in next week...I hope.)...
Gedman-- Gave myself my first one on Monday. Instructions I have are to inject in the back half of the shaft (between your body and half-way toward the tip) between the 2-3 or 9-10 o'clock...
Sorry to hear that result! At least you're aware of the situation and have a plan of treatment. Praying for better results with that next PSA test....
Great news! Now . . . carry on!...
David, ditto on all the above! I wouldn't view it as a wasted trip (or $200), I'd view it as just turning over one more rock before finding the one that will provide you relief! Praying you find it...
Congratulations! May your (our?) PC cells be lost and gone forever!...
Tigerfan, this one's for you: http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2010/07/volvo-owners-aims-for-3-million-miles-in-1966-volvo-p1800.html...
I remember driving an early 60's Dodge in the parking lot before I was old enough to take drivers training. I think the model was a Seneca and it had push-button transmission, too. That thing was a...
Welcome, Gray. Sorry you have to be here, but you'll find lots of support and shared experiences. If your uro hasn't already discussed penile rehab, don't wait for a follow up appointment to ask...
My grandma had one of those. =oP Light green. She drove it for years....
GREAT NEWS. Those are amazing numbers! Praying the next PSA numbers are even more amazing! (Think I'll join DGV in eating a chocolate in your honor!) BTW, I'm interested in what a prostate-friendly...
Check with your uro. For my penile rehab., my doc prescribes bimix starting with 10 ml and slowly increasing by 5 ml with each one (twice a week) until satisfactory erection is achieved. Cautioned,...
Hey, Don! EagleKeeper is a friend of mine from my neck of the woods. Hey, EagleKeeper, Don has been my friend on HW as he had the same doc I did only a month and a week earlier, so we've been...
Welcome, Max. I've gotten much good information here and there are many wonderful people willing to help. Information is the key and many will share their experiences to give you that. Get ideas here...
(Picture this car in blue: http://www.chooseyouritem.com/classics/files/323000/323262.html )...
I was fortunate to have learned to drive in a '69 Buick Electra 225 2 dr (think it had a 400 hp engine?) and the Buick Skylark with a 350 V8. So, I was a little partial to the GM cars. My first ride,...
I thank God that my MD's husband had PC at age 40. She added the PSA test to his labs on a whim and his was over 7. Post surg pathology showed a huge tumor. She's testing her patients starting at age...
Always GREAT to hear good (and gooder/gooderest) news. Thanks for sharing the good reports and your journey. Make that steak medium rare and make sure the beer is nice and cold!...
Appreciate your interest in PC oncology and your willingness to share what you learn here! Can't wait to hear about that bombshell of Dr. Boniol....
thanks for the input! I tend more towards the constipation end of the spectrum. I've been eating lots of fiber (multi grain bread, oatmeal, cereal) and drinking lots of water and taking stool...