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After prostatectomy?

Posted: Fri Feb 20, 2015 8:14 pm
by hup_d_dup
I am faced with the prospect of choosing between various types of radiation or a prostatectomy for my cancerous prostate. My urologist has recommended a prostatectomy but I am concerned about some degree of incontinence following surgery. The urologist says it will be minimal to none, but he cannot say how the intra-abdominal pressure of playing brass instruments may exacerbate the problem.

I would like to hear anyone's personal experience following a prostatectomy, particularly as it relates to playing a wind instrument. Please PM me if you prefer not to answer on the forum.

Thanks,
Hup

Re: After prostatectomy?

Posted: Sat Feb 21, 2015 9:14 pm
by hup_d_dup
Thanks for the PMs. Your messages have given me advice I have not have been able to find elsewhere and it's greatly appreciated.

Hup