Robot-assisted prostatectomy

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Greetings all! I had my RALP this morning. In my car and heading home. Feeling pretty rough! Woke up in a lot of pain. Will try and do short walks when I get home.

Shout out to my wonderful wife, who happens to be an Occupational Therapy Assistant. She has been wonderful, and has everything all set up for me.  Feeling blessed.

  • Hi Pomfather

    Glad to hear things went well. and that is impressive you are out and at home.  I have no experience of this particular process other than that which friends/fellow "forumites" have said but I do wish you well and a speedy recovery.  

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    All the best

    KrisPy

  • Hi Pomfather,

    Amazing news that you have escaped the hospital so quickly.  Having had the op two years ago I can remember just how painful it was on the morning after.  My op was in late afternoon.  I didn't escape the hospital for two days and had a catheter for 24 days.

    My wife is a Carer in the Community, so also knew when to push me and when to suggest I rest.  Please do listen to your wife and don't try to be a hero and do more than you can.

    I wish you all the best and so hope your recovery from the op continues to go well.

  • Thanks Paul! I wouldn’t have minded staying one day, but I’m sure it saves cost. Sitting in my Lazy Book is very comfortable!

  • Day 2 - feeling like I was shanked in a prison fight!

  • Oh dear Pomfather - hope you’ve got some decent pain meds!

    Take it easy - the heat can’t be helping though.

    All the best

    KrisPy

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