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How long after robotic prostatectomy surgery will i have urinary incontenance?
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Here are some ...: The incidence of stress urinary incontinence after all forms of radical prostatectomy is roughly the same at 35% in
Answered 8/3/2014
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Incontinence: urinary incontinence after any kind of prostatectomy can take several months. It is different recovery for each patient. You need to discuss with your urologist the details of your surgery and he will be better able to inform you of your timeline of recovery
Answered 7/9/2015
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