Cycling

Hi PY1 , my instant reaction is talk to your team for advice.  The passing out sounded like you had lost a large amount of blood. Personally go and get advice on this asap. David

Yeah, was a bit of a shock but the clinic didn't' seem too worried as there was no blood in the morning. I was advised to ease back and go to A&E if it happens again. I'm prone to low blood pressure and was a probably a bit dehydrated, it's happened a few times in the past pre-diagnosis and I've been OK since. I cycled into work this morning and everything seemed fine. I am still unsure if this will impact ED recovery.

Hi PY1 

I've got my 6 week review on Thursday and cycling is on my list of things to discuss.  I've heard conflicting advice concerning how long I should leave it before jumping back on the bike.

My surgeon did say I should seek out a prostate friendly saddle.  Have you used one or were you using your normal saddle?

I had my RALP in August last year. Uneventful recovery but the surgeon advised me not to get on a bike or motorbike for a year! At my first post op review a second surgeon, not Consultant, felt 3 months was sufficient! I'm planning a return to both, gradually, from next week. 

• I had left side nerve sparing and as yet no unassisted actions in that department. That part is delicate surgery hence the advice to be cautious when in a saddle. I've bought a saddle without a nose so it hopefully won't cause any issues. 

My saddle has a split down the middle, I've not had any discomfort when riding. I did a commute yesterday, about 30k round trip, and not noticed any ill effects. I'm probably going to limit it to once a week for the next month.