Guest guest Posted January 30, 2010 Report Share Posted January 30, 2010 I'd just repeat what Dave said. Recovery takes time -- different times for different men. Keep doing Kegels. I went to a physiotherapist (specializing in bladder-control problems) to ensure that I was doing them right. If he wants an alternative to pads, take a look at: www.DiapersBeDamned.com [i am having trouble accessing that page; the site may be dead.] I found that using a condom catheter and leg bag gave me a lot of freedom. If I needed to pee during a movie, it wasn't a problem. If I wanted to go for a long walk, I could. Gradually, I relied more on myself, and less on the bag. > > Hi there, > > Just wanted to share my husband's good news and to thank everyone for your wonderful responses, help and advice. THANK YOU. > > Mike's pathology report was awesome. His gleason stayed at '6' and the report said it was low grade cancer, fully contained in the prostate with the margins, lymph nodes etc. all clear. Yahoooooo!!! > > Now... my darling husband - who is very impatient - is concerned that he isn't continent immediately. He's been doing the kegal excercises since October, so he expected that he would just cruise into continency upon removal of the catheter. He's only had the catheter out for 16 hours and already is frustrated. He said he can't tell when he's peeing and has zero control. Besides continuing the kegal exercises and being patient, any other advice that worked for you? > > Thanks again for your help, > Sue > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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