Prostate Cancer Foundation

The continued research and developments are still exciting and gives hope that advancements are still being made against this disease.

Thanks for all the input gang. I really appreciate it.

Currently, I have little to no control 5 days after removal of my catheter. It probably didn't help that I had it in place for nearly 3 weeks due to suture leakage.

I continue to do the Keigels as often as I remember to - about 5 to 6 times a day. I am using Depends right now as the pads would not be enough.... Read More

When I am able to "control" it, the stream is on it's own really. I am pushing slightly to urinate, but I am unable to stop the flow once it starts.

When I stand up, I leak but not always in small amounts. When I start to go, I can't seem to hold it back. Very frustrating.

The most disconcerning part is that I don't seem to have any indication that "I need to go". If I had that, I'd be on my way to the bathroom before the flow started, but I don't get that "sensation" right now - and I'm a bit concerned I will ever get it back.

My surgical margins needed to be very wide, and I'm not sure how much of an impact that's going to have on my urination. Erectile issues are ever more of a concern. My surgeon has already referred me to an ED specialist. I'm not sure that's an positive thing.

Not giving up , , too long of a battle ahead. BUt there is some discouragement.

To Robert Minion: That's pretty much where I am these days. My sleep pattern is a mess. Reminds me a bit of taking care of our sons during the when they were babies. Instead . . it's me.

The kegels are tough, I kegel and I leak even more. I am now onto regular underwear with pads and not the bulky pull ups.

I TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU!...My dad has it too

Good luck Glenn. My prayers are with you. Keep your head up.

talk to your doc about detrol. I had bladder sensitivity (however it was just minor leakage) during radiation and that helped.

Eric, my condolences on the loss of your father. As Dominic said, be sure you are screened for this disease. Early detection is key

"You may know this but men with immediate family members with PCa have a 50% > chance of PCa".....Dominic if you don't mind I think that percentage should be 80% since my husbands dad passed away from PCa and all three sons are now battling it. The ironic thing is the urologist who diagnosed my husbands cancer told us it's not genetic (needless to say we found a new doctor).