Hi all I’ve not posted for a while so I thought I’d drop a bit of an update. I am post op 8 week and recovery has gone really well. I had bilateral nerve sparing apparently ( I read it after the op ) which I think has contributed to me being continent after TWOC . I read that nerve sparing options are assessed during the actual op by the surgeon ( not sure how. Any info anyone ). I had a bit of a low mood recently as the months of appointments test etc seem to take a toll although it creeped up on me. I had a good article that was shared by millebob ( bri ) and it helped massively. I have an appointment on oct 30 for post histology results and psa and am hopeful it will be positive although I’m sure I’m not alone when we focus on what could be said negatively even though my stats etc would suggest things should be ok. I read the forum regularly and if anyone need advice on the op etc I’ll try and help. Cheers all. Keep up the good work many do. Simon
Cheers Simon (Simon64)
That's a brilliant post and a cracking situation to be in.
My understanding (and I am not medically trained) is that there are 2 bundles of nerves around the prostate and it's only when they start surgery they can see if there are any issues in getting at the prostate gland without touching the nerves. Don't forget they are working from scans before you go under the knife.
Thanks for your offer to help others - it's much appreciated.
Kind Regards - Brian.
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Yes Simon (Simon64) that's correct. Your urinary and sexual functions should work properly too - given time.
Kind Regards - Brian.
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