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Looking for additional help for incontinence to supplement kegel exercises post prostatectomy.
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Consult urology: If urine leakage continues after normal recovery period after prostatectomy the surgeon should be consulted.
Answered 3/28/2013
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Physical therapy: Recovery of continence after prostatectomy may take longer with increasing age at surgery. Other factors such as previous radiation, previous prostate surgery, or preexisting continence issues can make recovery more difficult. A dedicated course of pelvic floor rehabilitation may strengthen pelvic musculature and help with control.
Answered 8/26/2013
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Good afternoon doctors. I read that urinary incontinence is very common and even expected after a prostatectomy. Is this referring to stress incontinence or to complete loss of ability to control urination?
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I had Prostate surgery on July 23rd. I am doing Kegel exercises, but still having urinary incontinence. Is that normal?
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