Teddy, I was exactly where you were two years ago. I wouldn’t rush to any conclusion that you are being duped as other members are implying. I personally believe it’s reckless for any member here to...
Stan - I looked at all of the options. I wasn't thrilled with radiation in the end for various reasons. I'm approaching my 5-week post surgery and very comfortable with my choice. There are great...
I had a hernia surgery a little over two years ago. I wanted my surgeon to use robotics, but he told me that it was overkill and that he would get it done just as well laparoscopically. I recently...
John, I went up and down the west coast speaking to various doctors including another users suggestion of UCSF. All great docs but I found Dr. Thomas Ahlering of UCI to be incredibly knowledgeable...
Convertable, Reads like you found a great urologist. AS worked well for me up through my final decision. As my urologist brought up to me, a rebiopsy at some point is an important part of an AS...
I would agree with another members comments regarding researching but not taking too long. I was a 3+3 and told by multiple professionals that I was the perfect candidate for watchful waiting. But...
Hello Harry - I'm approaching week five post RALP. Everyone is unique in their recovery; however, there's improvement every week moving forward. The catheter itself makes the urinary tract sore, and...
Hey guys. Thank you for the positive feedback. I'm an Aerospace Engineer, and I'm prone to go into a bit too much detail. I was at 1/2 erection a day after I had the catheter removed which was...
I understand and can assure you that these are my words. The praises are genuine and there are many good surgeons. I struggled for two years on what to do and thought I would share my story. I’m...
My PSA dropped before my surgery several weeks ago. I was at a 5.8 and it was on it's way back down and was at 4.2 last time I checked. I asked the same questions of my doctors and they mentioned...
I recently underwent a robotic prostatectomy procedure. I'll be the first to admit I'm a sensitive guy when it comes to anything dealing with needles and pain. However, I experienced very little...