How do you care for someone after prostate surgery? The incision should be kept clean and dry for 1 week after surgery. Take sponge baths instead of showers. Your doctor may tell you that you can shower after the JP drain comes out with Steri-Strips intact along the surgical incision. You can soap around the incision/Steri-Strips, then rinse the area, and pat dry.

What to expect after prostate is removed?

The major possible side effects of radical prostatectomy are urinary incontinence (being unable to control urine) and erectile dysfunction (impotence; problems getting or keeping erections). These side effects can also occur with other forms of prostate cancer treatment.

How long does it take to stop urine leakage after a prostate operation?

However, for most men, regaining full control of their urine is a gradual process that takes several weeks or months. By six months, most men who were continent before the surgery no longer need pads, though some prefer to wear just a liner for security even if they do not leak.

How is life without a prostate?

You'll probably be able to resume sexual activity after recuperating from surgery. After simple prostatectomy, you can still have an orgasm during sex, but you'll ejaculate very little or no semen. After radical prostatectomy, full recovery of erectile function may take as long as 18 months for some men

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