I once had a colleague who went by Randolf Walton III. For a chuckle, I'd say Randy, do you have the time? Without fail, he'd politely correct me on his name, then give me the time in hours, minutes...
That's wonderful, Hal....
I joined a clinical trial for my RALP surgery a year ago. As of today, I'm no longer required to submit my weekly questionnaire results, as my one year participation is completed. It was supposed to...
Yes, I had an umbilical cord allograft during my RP a few months ago. I mentioned it here a few times, but I only ever received one response! Follow this link to my initial mention of this...
I've met my anticipated recovery goals. Thank you for your comradery. If we cross paths in life, don't hesitate to ask me to help you move, or take you to the airport. See you later... Your friend...
Clever! Thanks halbert. Having an unimpeded stream, and a full-capacity bladder, is another victory in my prostate chapter worth highlighting....
Today was my office visit to discuss my latest PSA, and to take a Uroflow test. My bladder was measured to contain 400 MLS before urinating, and was measured to have voided completely after...
I've only had 1 root canal, and yes I did have novacane for those procedures. However, that root canal cost me a heart valve! The dentist only routed 1 of the 2 roots of that tooth. I developed...
I routinely have dental procedures without novacane. It doesn't hurt, and you receive a higher quality result....
Have you tried the shields? Relative to a pad, a shield is miniscule, but it works for your current state....
For me, anesthesia totally suppresses my ability to dream....
I didn't realize these were posts from a decade ago, until I reached the last few entries. May I suggest you keep a diary of your thoughts, making one or more entries each day....
Nice recovery!...
I totally understand your rationale, and you have my prayers and support....
So, is this going to be administered as a processed supplement? If it's a clinical trial, it will most likely be a blind study. There's a chance you may get the placebo. My wife ate a lot of almonds...
But how do they taste?...
Rick, I've read your post several times today, but I don't have the experience or knowledge to offer you any insight. However, Pratoman does have pertinent expertise and his guidance is sound. It's a...
These topics are beyond my grasp of humanity....
That is a sobering post Todd1963. It seems you constantly adjusted to your condition, and made the best of it too. And, it's real-world information for those in need....
That's a good solution! It's like being under the radar....
Thank you everyone, for your kind gratuities. They are appreciated. We celebrated my good fortune at home last night....
I'd say it's good to excellent. Incontinence was never an issue. With ED, I have something that's usable, but not up to pre RP standards. I may recover more with time....
My 3 months post RP PSA Ultra test result is <0.006 ng/ml....
Yes, pT2 and negative margins + focal both appear in the pathology report as I've written. I don't believe I wrote there also was EPE....
I should be receiving my PSA results today....
Regarding my +focal: There was a 2.8mm invasive carcinoma unifocal margin not identified in the EPE, of Gleason pattern 4. So, I am classified as Negative Margins + Focal....
Will do... Thanks halbert...
I just took my three month post RP PSA test, and now the brief wait for my results. My previous, and only, post RP reading was 0.017, six weeks ago....
My single-port incision was also sealed with a polimer. Perhaps that's standard procedure now. BTW, the incision length is about an inch long....
Good call on ordering catheter irrigation syringes and saline. My catheter also clogged, but we didn't have anything sterile in the house to flush it. Also, I agree on getting the extra catheter line...
Yes, sir. It works exactly as you said....
As a went into a pollen induced coughing fit, I realized that I was not only invoking the kegel manuver, I was also tightening my abs a bit too. I was stunned to note the absence of any pee...
Good info Slapshot....
I liked you commentary, Tudpock18....
Good one, GoBucks. Double vision!...
Maybe he means kegels and lox... You're getting humorous, Djin. I like seeing this side of you.. Keep 'em coming...
Good to meet you Ed, I also feel your doctor has a reasonable plan. He appears to be concerned about your quality of life while considering the need for immediate treatment, and your longevity....
Hey Paul, Kegels are your friend. You can never do too many. We often talk about the steady-state anerobic kegel exercises. They're good for building abdominal wall strength. You also need to work on...
Many years ago (translation for the moonies: many moons ago), I was participating in a conversation about Bob Marley, who was a Rastafarian. To get everyone on board, Rastafari is a religion. Someone...
Before my RP, I briefly researched Viagra. I read that it's been successfully prescribed for ED, and as a placebo for other performance issues. My point is that your issue may well be psychological,...
I share your sentiments, Pratoman. Good call....
Hello Bobbiesan, I like the life you've been living for the last ten years, and I'm convinced you'll continue with more of the same. I'd be happy if I only crept up to 0.1 ten years down the road of...
I'm not one to follow conspiracy theories, but the slap sound was loud, as if there was an effort to make it heard....
I completed the survey too. There was nothing about the quality of care, and everything about choice. I'd say this is a study on how to market any lucrative treatment effectively. That's my opinion....
You had my attention up until you mentioned a raffle. I'll pass. Proceed with caution......
You may find the following tangential information of interest. Selling hearts, kidneys and tendons for transplant is illegal. But no federal law governs the sale of cadavers or body parts for use in...
Thanks for the funny foreskin joke, djin!...
Nature is beautiful! We are born of nature. Who am I to judge what another considers art?...
Immune protection following either vaccination or infection with SARS-CoV-2 decreases over time....
Yeah, well, with PCa, you can kiss those babies goodbye (If anyone is offended, I'll obligingly remove this post. Or Pratoman, feel free to use your super power to eradicate it. Is Will Smith a...