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Posted 6/14/2011 10:48 AM (GMT -5)
Update:

Three weeks since surgery.  I went for my first real walk today.

I walked two miles, and it felt good.  I could feel blood starting

to pump through my body at the one mile mark.  Plan on slowly

increasing pace until I can start running.  I use to run 6-8 miles a week.

  • No pain, occasional pinch here and there
  • No ED (verified 4 times since sugery, no meds)
  • Dry nights
  • One pad per day, bend over, stand too long, squirt here and there
  • Only stress for now is my first PSA
  • Lost 12 pounds was (6'2") 209, now 197
  • Appetite returned, needed to loose a few lbs,so backing off portions

Overall, very happy with recovery so far.

Posted 6/14/2011 10:52 AM (GMT -5)
That's excellent news, Sag. I hope your recovery continues to go well.
Posted 6/14/2011 10:56 AM (GMT -5)
Glenn --- this is great BUT remember, recovery isn't a race against yourself, or anyone else. Each heal at their unique own pace, and usually with some steps forward and a few back.

Nevertheless, it's wonderful to see you making such a strong recovery on all fronts. Now we just need the data to confirm you into the zero club. I'll be watching mid-next-month for that.

Sheldon AKA Sleepless
Posted 6/14/2011 12:02 PM (GMT -5)
HD_Rider - Your doing very well so far also

Sleepless09 - The race was only a jest.  It is intended

to motivate quick recovery, and engaging back with life.

It was by no means intended for anyone to push themselves

foolishly, or beyound their capabilities.  I am glad you brought it

up, because I thought it might be perceived that way.

Thanks Guys, my next goal is to be approved for the Zero Club.

Posted 6/14/2011 12:05 PM (GMT -5)
What is the official requirments for the Zero Club ?

How many zero's to the left of the decimal ?

Posted 6/14/2011 12:09 PM (GMT -5)
I meant to the right of the decimal.

0.0 ?

0.00 ?

0.000 ?

Posted 6/14/2011 12:15 PM (GMT -5)
Sag, great news. Glad you are doing so well. I'm coming along but still have a few aches and pains here and there and definitely ED. Dry as a bone though. I go for my first PSA tomorrow and am a little nervous about that one. I don't know what number would be good either at this stage of the game but would like to see it like .01. Uro appt Thursday but no results by then I'm sure...just plan on hitting them up for Cialis and maybe a note to start back to work part-time on 7/1 if they'll let me. Take care and glad you are doing well....You too HD!
Posted 6/14/2011 12:20 PM (GMT -5)
Sag,

What a great recovery story, you are doing excellent.

For the purposes of the HW Zero Club, any PSA that <.10 is considered an entry point.

Good luck

David in SC
Posted 6/14/2011 12:23 PM (GMT -5)
Wish I was dry as a bone :<

I go to lab 3-4 days before seeing URO,

so I will have results 12 July, unless he calls me.

Posted 6/14/2011 1:30 PM (GMT -5)
That makes us even...wish I could get it up. They wanted me to go for PSA last Friday so the results would be in by Thurs appt but three weeks was too soon for my taste. Still not thrilled with four weeks but its as soon as its going to get. Good luck to you.
-Bob
Posted 6/14/2011 2:18 PM (GMT -5)
Congratulations, Sagitarrian!  Your right on track in your recovery.   We have a Zero Club membership card awaiting you.  Take care and keep in touch.
Posted 6/15/2011 5:09 AM (GMT -5)
Oh forgot to mention.

I have a question for my experienced Pca brothers.

Even though my nights are dry, I still

get up 2-4 times a night to pee.

Will this subside with time ?

Posted 6/15/2011 6:07 AM (GMT -5)
Glen, what do you drink? I will set a couple up for us in the Zero Club. I have also reserved a bar stool for you.

Cheers Kev.
Posted 6/15/2011 7:06 AM (GMT -5)
Hey guys, just got back from the Lab and got my first post op PSA done, exactly 4 weeks out from RP. Save a seat for me too, please!
-Bob
Posted 6/15/2011 7:31 AM (GMT -5)
outstanding! no ED zero meds 3 weeks out! You're the poster boy for surgery. Glad you're doing so well. It's a great relief, isn't it?
Posted 6/15/2011 7:34 AM (GMT -5)

Sagittarian said...
Oh forgot to mention.
I have a question for my experienced Pca brothers.

Even though my nights are dry, I still

get up 2-4 times a night to pee.

Will this subside with time ?

your bladder is getting back on track. It will be able to retain more rather quickly. I don't think you'll be getting up within a few weeks.
Posted 6/15/2011 7:34 AM (GMT -5)

Sagittarian said...
Oh forgot to mention.
I have a question for my experienced Pca brothers.

Even though my nights are dry, I still

get up 2-4 times a night to pee.

Will this subside with time ?

I got up a lot the first month after my surgery (4-5x a night the first week or two-my Uro said is was normal) and after 2 months down to 1-2 times a night and now I get up one time a night at most. Usually a couple times a week I make it all night without getting up. This is much better than pre-surgery when I got up 1-2 every night.

Dan
Posted 6/15/2011 1:13 PM (GMT -5)
For this occasion I would say Gin & Tonic is in order.

Preferably tanqueray, with a slice of lemon, not lime.

Oh yes, we need to save seats for RcRoller & HD-Rider.

I think RCRoller will get there before me.  HD_Rider

will be joining us later.  Hey, we will send invites out and

have a Zero Club Party.

Poster boy surgery/erections perhaps.  Wishing not

to be a stock holder with depends, jury out on that one.

Thanks guys, I thought my next medical step was

chronic fatigue, from getting up every hour.

Posted 6/15/2011 3:38 PM (GMT -5)
Sag,

I have the Depends market cornered. One of us doing that job is enough (more than enough!)

I had blood drawn again today to send off for the next PSA. I'm expecting to have to give up my chair at the club, but I'll offer you newbies a hearty welcome regardless.

I'll wave as we pass at the door shakehead

Posted 6/15/2011 3:43 PM (GMT -5)
(LOL) good one.

At least we can humor ourselves with this crap.

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