Get well quick!

[Brookie Bob]

Mark,

Once the catheter is removed, you’ll feel much better, a lot more control; the one thing that you’ll probably realise is that things are a bit shorter initially, due to them cutting your urethra, only a millimetre or 2 for me, but for you, probably a couple of inches, so you‘ll be working with only 10” or so for now.

Good luck with the PSA test, they’ll never tell you it’s zero, apparently for legal reasons, but if it’s 0.001(or so), then you’ll be fine.

Enjoy your convalescence, remember, chocolate, alcohol, comfort food and plenty of TV(repeats of the 2008 GF are best); these are the keys to the successful recovery of a champion athlete

Mark - hopefully you had it done robotically (look it up) - they can often preserve the entire urethral length, which helps a lot with post-operative urinary continence. Otherwise - not a big issue, most patients recover well with minimal issues regardless.

If it's any consolation, most males will have some evidence of prostate cancer by the age of 80 (80% or more), as determined by autopsy, regardless of what takes you. I know that sounds a bit depressing to most, but take it this way, folks - if you're male, you'll probably get it at some point. Don't panic, get tested regularly, get early treatment - live long and prosper.

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

Mark - hopefully you had it done robotically (look it up) - they can often preserve the entire urethral length, which helps a lot with post-operative urinary continence. Otherwise - not a big issue, most patients recover well with minimal issues regardless.

If it's any consolation, most males will have some evidence of prostate cancer by the age of 80 (80% or more), as determined by autopsy, regardless of what takes you. I know that sounds a bit depressing to most, but take it this way, folks - if you're male, you'll probably get it at some point. Don't panic, get tested regularly, get early treatment - live long and prosper.

Yes mate , Robotically done.

I have little pain now after 6 days.

But will be bloody pleased to get the catheter out tomorrow let me tell you !!

 

[Brookie Bob]

Yes mate , Robotically done.

I have little pain now after 6 days.

But will be bloody pleased to get the catheter out tomorrow let me tell you !!

Make sure they deflate the little balloon at the tip first...

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

Make sure they deflate the little balloon at the tip first...

I’m in their hands ( literally ).

Can’t wait as they sure are uncomfortable.

 

[Leader of the Flock]

Better a little discomfort now, than to be riddled with cancer and terminally ill, mate.

The robotic surgery is definitely the go; not cheap but, for me, an excellent outcome, I’m hoping it will be for you as well.

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

Better a little discomfort now, than to be riddled with cancer and terminally ill, mate.

The robotic surgery is definitely the go; not cheap but, for me, an excellent outcome, I’m hoping it will be for you as well.

No definitely not cheap , a very large out of pocket payment but if it does the job it’s cheap!!

 

[BOZO]

Perspective time

We should all appreciate each day we wake up healthy and have the ability and the opportunity to make it our best day ever .

To the ones that are doing tough at the moment . All things must pass and God Speed to you all

Enjoy your day feathered friends

 

[wombatgc]

Yes mate , Robotically done.

I have little pain now after 6 days.

But will be bloody pleased to get the catheter out tomorrow let me tell you !!

Hope all went well with the catheter removal yesterday Mark.
Here’s a movie that has a relevant catheter scene in it. (Below)
You’ve got 6-8 weeks of convalescence in front of you.
So I would think there will be plenty of time to watch the TV
(I really don’t know how Rosemary is going to keep you still. Pass on
my sympathies to her from me. ).
So here’s the movie below. You may have already seen it. But I think if
you watch it now, it may take on a whole new meaning for you.
Plus humour is the best medicine.

Watch The Upside online – Prime Video

Dell (Kevin Hart) is paroled, unemployed, and unable to see his child. Fate landed him the opportunity of a lifetime – taking care of a multi-millionaire named Phillip (Bryan Cranston) who is paralyzed from the neck down. But can a fast-talking ex-con really take care of someone else — let alone...

www.primevideo.com

 

[wombatgc]

How are you feeling today Mark?
‘Are you copping that big storm atm?

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

How are you feeling today Mark?
‘Are you copping that big storm atm?

Pretty good mate , very slow going ( it’s a huge operation ) it’s about a 6-8 week recovery period.

Yeah that storm was a doozy wasn’t it !!

 

[mjb136]

Mark I just saw this, I am pleased to see the op went well. I wish you the best of luck for a speedy recovery. Take care of yourself big fella.

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

Mark I just saw this, I am pleased to see the op went well. I wish you the best of luck for a speedy recovery. Take care of yourself big fella.

Thanks mate !!

Going pretty well so far , but slow going as it’s a very major operation.

Funny I walk about 5km every day ( approx 10,000 steps ) missing only if it’s pissing down rain.

I’m currently walking about 500 metres and then have to sit down for several hours after to recover.

I’m told it’ll get better !!

 

[The Who]

Thanks mate !!

Going pretty well so far , but slow going as it’s a very major operation.

Funny I walk about 5km every day ( approx 10,000 steps ) missing only if it’s pissing down rain.

I’m currently walking about 500 metres and then have to sit down for several hours after to recover.

I’m told it’ll get better !!

We're used to you walking-the-talk. Now you're talking-the-walk.