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Kevin's Story

Ethnicity
White British
Age
50-59
Work
Office
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Geography
South East
Relationship status
Married/In a Civil Partnership
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Radical Prostatectomy (Surgery)

Tips and advice for any bladder or bowel side effects of treatment

Sip drinks slowly and wear pads all the time, the physio for the pelvic floor helps but it is frustrating when a simple cough causes leaking.

Tips and advice for any physical side effects of treatment

Take it easy on yourself do not overdo anything the rest is needed to allow yourself to heal. If you do too much on any one day it takes two days to get over the reaction.

Tips and advice for any mental and emotional side effects of treatment

Communication is key with friends and family. I found it helpful to keep a diary and share details to help you help yourself. Hiding feelings is not good as it causes build up of emotions and tensions.

How this treatment impacted my life the most

Post removal of the catheter the urine leaking and having to wear pads.

If I had to do it all over again, would I choose the same treatment?

Yes

Why did I give this answer?

Best chance of surviving.

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