Tony's Story

Watch Tony answer the following questions about himself and his treatment:

Can you tell us your first name and briefly, tell us a little about yourself?
When were you diagnosed with prostate cancer and what was the diagnosis?
What stage was your cancer when you were diagnosed?
What treatment(s) did you have and when?
Did you have any side effects from this treatment?
How did this treatment affect your life the most?
Do you have any tips or advice that may help other people who are living with the same side effects from this treatment?
Do you have any tips or advice that might help others who are thinking about having the same treatment as you?
If you could go back in time, would you choose to have the same treatment?

Radical Prostatectomy (Surgery)

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

Try pelvic floor exercise daily. Wear the best absorption pad. Carry extra pads in your man bag where ever you’re going.

Tips and advice for any sexual side effects of treatment

Having the prostate removed you will get these side effects, so one has to accept it. You have to rethink and try other methods or equipments with your partner.

How this treatment impacted my life the most

It impacted me a lot because I am still incontinent. It has been fourteen years ago since I had the removal of my prostate, therefore it is costing me to purchase pads, I carry a bag with extra pads when I am out and about some in my car as well.

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

Yes

Why did I give this answer?

I did not want any foreign body placed inside me, that is radiation because of long term side effects.