Hello

Hi, welcome and thanks for your wishes for Christmas. I also went down the operation route. After a challenging post-op year I am now living a normal life again and am happy with my lot.  If I may make one suggestion it would be to arrange a holiday for 3 months after the operation as it will give you something of normal life to look forward to.  Good luck to you and your partner.

Good morning and welcome Kernowbilly . Can I take it from your name that, like my husband, you originate from Cornwall? We live in Greece and the forum has many members from around the world. We first came to the site trying to get information about treatment options and experiences from others who have been there, done that and worn the T shirt. Like you, the time from diagnosis to initial treatment (RT/HT) was very quick which doesn't give you much time to adjust but it does help reduce the anxiety which a lot of UK people have whilst waiting for scans and biopsy tests and results. The one thing everyone told me was how important exercise is for aiding recovery and that includes your penile health and pelvic floor exercises. We are open to all questions so ask away if you want information. As a starter you might like to read the Prostatectomy journey from JohnyBoy . There is also a very good book you can download for free which might add to your research.

https://issuu.com/magazineproduction/docs/js_prostate_cancer_guide_for_patients_ezine

This is very much a couples disease so make sure your partner is coping ok. 

I am sure more people will be along soon but try and relax and have a good Christmas and New Year to you both.

Welcome Kernowbilly  to our (not so) little club. From feeling fine to PCa diagnosis is a massive amount to process but it sounds like your team are on the case.  Please ask any questions during your journey, the folk on here are brilliant and we have a wide range of experience to help you in almost every situation. It helps to give as much info about your diagnosis/treatment and many of us use our profile to do that.  Just click on anyone’s name to get their info if they have completed it.  Have a lovely Christmas and you will soon be on the road to recovery. Best wishes, David