Author Topic: Getting (Had) my prostate removed tomorrow (June 1), 7:30 Eastern (Read 1897 times)

Meemuh · « **Reply #50 on:** June 10, 2020, 08:38:46 PM »

Seems like a big pee bag would be an uncomfortable sorta warm while you sleep.
Glad you're on the mend.

CLAY · « **Reply #51 on:** June 10, 2020, 08:50:07 PM »

Yeah- it sits in the bucket on the floor. The big bag has a longer hose. It's also strapped to my thigh, but if you move too much you know it quickly.

Cablebandit · « **Reply #52 on:** June 11, 2020, 06:19:41 AM »

Quote from: CLAY on June 10, 2020, 07:59:56 PM

I have 6 holes in me,

Built for speed or pleasure?

Quote from: CLAY on June 10, 2020, 07:59:56 PM

Catheter comes out tomorrow at 4

Will they do a Urine Voiding Trial? That will be fun.

CLAY · « **Reply #53 on:** June 11, 2020, 07:38:29 AM »

No idea. When the drain was in post-surgery they were checking for urine in the drain, which was negative, so they sewed a good seal.

I'm just hoping it's out and I can start to resume life.

Patmo · « **Reply #54 on:** June 11, 2020, 01:58:14 PM »

After they take it out, the 1st time that you pee is kind of a big deal. Don’t be surprised if there is some blood in your urine though, it’s to be expected. But it is a sign that things are getting back to normal.

Black Hills · « **Reply #55 on:** June 11, 2020, 03:08:35 PM »

ya, their little "It might burn a little the 1st time you go" is a huge Understatement. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

stevent · « **Reply #56 on:** June 11, 2020, 03:15:49 PM »

Good news Clay, I'm glad to hear it went well. Sharp objects near ones gentleman's area is never a fun thing.

CLAY · « **Reply #57 on:** June 12, 2020, 09:45:28 AM »

Things are MUCH better today. Still some leakage, but I can piss like a racehorse- and I have my mobility back!

HipGnosis · « **Reply #58 on:** June 12, 2020, 11:35:40 AM »

W~Hooo!!

DeansZG · « **Reply #59 on:** June 12, 2020, 12:26:08 PM »

Glad to hear you're on the mend....+1 on the returned mobility... As noted prior, I always tried to grab the edge of a door while standing if I felt a sneeze or cough coming on..the 'other' thing is poor willy... been since August 2017 with the assistance of an injection since the last time he 'came to attention'..... I decided then and there, ain't going the injection route either 'cause I figured if I'm still able to ride the bike, that'd be good enough to be able to ride at least one thing....😲

CLAY · « **Reply #60 on:** June 13, 2020, 07:58:57 AM »

Yes, that part is going to be interesting to see how it works out. No "stirrings" yet, but they say at least a month before anything starts to happen.

doc4216 · « **Reply #61 on:** June 15, 2020, 08:36:02 AM »

Glad your recovery is going well!

Mrs. DantesDame · « **Reply #62 on:** June 15, 2020, 11:28:15 AM »

I'm loving the open conversation in this thread!

And even more so that you're on the mend

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #63 on:** June 15, 2020, 12:48:32 PM »

Quote from: CLAY on June 13, 2020, 07:58:57 AM

Yes, that part is going to be interesting to see how it works out. No "stirrings" yet, but they say at least a month before anything starts to happen.

Well, it's not like you're sitting around staring at teenage Chloe Sevigny. I mean, if so, all bets would be off.

CLAY · « **Reply #64 on:** June 15, 2020, 01:46:08 PM »

Quote from: Vulcanbill on June 15, 2020, 12:48:32 PM

Quote from: CLAY on June 13, 2020, 07:58:57 AM
Yes, that part is going to be interesting to see how it works out. No "stirrings" yet, but they say at least a month before anything starts to happen.

Well, it's not like you're sitting around staring at teenage Chloe Sevigny. I mean, if so, all bets would be off.

That was epic.

Quote from: Mrs. DantesDame on June 15, 2020, 11:28:15 AM

I'm loving the open conversation in this thread!

And even more so that you're on the mend

I seriously want to be transparent, so if someone else goes through this they at least see what it was/is like for me.

Just so you know, it isn't all bad. Today's experiment was fishing, and it went well. The fishing wasn't that great- tried on the big lake (Lake Michigan) for Lake Trout, nothing. Went through the channel into Lake Macatawa and nailed a couple of Freshwater Drum:
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The more active I am, the more leakage. Saturday I did WAY too much, and I was kind of a mess. That led to a low-key day yesterday, despite a birthday party for my daughter (17). Now it's time to rest some more. I need to balance activity with rest/focus on PT, which actually is Kegel practice.
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sodapop6620 · « **Reply #65 on:** June 18, 2020, 05:31:40 AM »

Quote from: Black Hills on June 11, 2020, 03:08:35 PM

ya, their little "It might burn a little the 1st time you go" is a huge Understatement. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

Glad you are on the mend.
https://youtu.be/fiu6DFXeF9A

CLAY · « **Reply #66 on:** June 27, 2020, 10:29:38 PM »

Took the bike for a short ride today (5 miles to a friends place and back). Not ready for mileage yet. ABout halfway I was sliding to side saddle a bit. The ride home was better, but she's gonna be parked for a bit yet.

Healing continues well- I worked on the farm 3 half-days this week. It was good. Friday I fished.

Mornings are great- NO leakage overnight, VERY minimal in the morning. However if I hit the bottle late there's lots of leakage.

No stirrings yet.

Meemuh · « **Reply #67 on:** June 28, 2020, 07:44:47 AM »

As a wise turtle once said, slow and steady wins the race.

zer0netgain · « **Reply #68 on:** June 28, 2020, 08:58:31 AM »

Quote from: Meemuh on June 28, 2020, 07:44:47 AM

As a wise turtle once said, slow and steady wins the race.

Why do they say that? Ever see how much distance those fuckers can move when you’re not watching?

CLAY · « **Reply #69 on:** July 24, 2020, 10:00:30 PM »

6 week appointment Wednesday. My PSA is at ZERO, which was a huge answer ti prayer/hopes. Hopefully it stays there- looks like I'll be on a 4 month PSA test cycle. No stirrings yet, but that's the next target. Medication and a "mechanical device" to increase blood flow. The doc seemed to think things would be progressing better now that my healing is going so well.

Leakage isn't a factor other than a drop or two here and there in the evenings, and when I told my doc I was playing softball with no issues he was amazed at the progress, so that's good. All restrictions are now off.

Quote from: CLAY on June 27, 2020, 10:29:38 PM

Took the bike for a short ride today (5 miles to a friends place and back). Not ready for mileage yet. ABout halfway I was sliding to side saddle a bit. The ride home was better, but she's gonna be parked for a bit yet.

Healing continues well- I worked on the farm 3 half-days this week. It was good. Friday I fished.

Mornings are great- NO leakage overnight, VERY minimal in the morning. However if I hit the bottle late there's lots of leakage.

No stirrings yet.

And equally important: I'm back in the saddle baby! I've put on about 70 miles this week, no problems. We have a shorter trip planned to the UP at the end of August, and I am geeked.

Honestly I couldn't be happier with the progress at this point. This will probably be my last post on this topic with an update unless somting
"pops up".

thatguy · « **Reply #70 on:** July 25, 2020, 06:03:36 AM »

Good to hear. Have fun.

FJR1300 · « **Reply #71 on:** July 25, 2020, 07:26:30 AM »

Quote from: CLAY on July 24, 2020, 10:00:30 PM

And equally important: I'm back in the saddle baby! I've put on about 70 miles this week, no problems. We have a shorter trip planned to the UP at the end of August, and I am geeked.

Awesome news.

Papa Lazarou · « **Reply #72 on:** July 25, 2020, 02:00:06 PM »

I'm really confused. You've had the op, you're getting better and yet you are still having your fricking prostate out tomorrow. . I only have one prostate. How many can a man have?

Baxter · « **Reply #73 on:** July 26, 2020, 10:10:55 AM »

Sounds like a good recovery!

thatguy · « **Reply #74 on:** July 26, 2020, 11:21:32 AM »

Quote from: Papa Lazarou on July 25, 2020, 02:00:06 PM

I'm really confused. You've had the op, you're getting better and yet you are still having your fricking prostate out tomorrow. . I only have one prostate. How many can a man have?

Fucking rich people are taking all the good parts.

Black Hills · « **Reply #75 on:** July 26, 2020, 06:30:46 PM »

Quote from: Papa Lazarou on July 25, 2020, 02:00:06 PM

I'm really confused. You've had the op, you're getting better and yet you are still having your fricking prostate out tomorrow. . I only have one prostate. How many can a man have?

Manly men regenerate them at an amazing rate.

CLAY · « **Reply #76 on:** July 26, 2020, 07:51:07 PM »

Quote from: Papa Lazarou on July 25, 2020, 02:00:06 PM

I'm really confused. You've had the op, you're getting better and yet you are still having your fricking prostate out tomorrow. . I only have one prostate. How many can a man have?

I think we got the last one. Finally.

stevent · « **Reply #77 on:** July 26, 2020, 10:55:44 PM »

If they let you keep the icky bits Channel Cats hit those things like a sum'bitch, let 'em get nice and ripe and you're in bud!

Papa Lazarou · « **Reply #78 on:** July 26, 2020, 11:33:07 PM »

Quote from: CLAY on July 26, 2020, 07:51:07 PM

Quote from: Papa Lazarou on July 25, 2020, 02:00:06 PM
I'm really confused. You've had the op, you're getting better and yet you are still having your fricking prostate out tomorrow. . I only have one prostate. How many can a man have?

I think we got the last one. Finally.

Phew.

Smoothie · « **Reply #79 on:** July 30, 2020, 11:05:07 AM »

Quote from: CLAY on July 26, 2020, 07:51:07 PM

Quote from: Papa Lazarou on July 25, 2020, 02:00:06 PM
I'm really confused. You've had the op, you're getting better and yet you are still having your fricking prostate out tomorrow. . I only have one prostate. How many can a man have?

I think we got the last one. Finally.

So well played

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #80 on:** July 30, 2020, 11:27:59 AM »

oh....so by back in the saddle... you mean literally.

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