My brief history

I had a robotic prostatectomy and diverticulotomy on April 11. The surgery went well, but I'm still dealing with incontinence issues. My urologist stated that since I had a complicated history before my surgery that included a great deal of retention due to the large diverticulum as well as some incontinence problems, my incontinence may last for some time. There are days that I'm dry the entire day, and think that I'm on my way, then the next day is a complete reversal. Is this quite normal? I've done the kegel exercises; when I remember, but they aren't helping much. I wore diapers on occasion before my surgery, and am pretty use to doing so. Should I continue to manage as I am? The surgeon mentioned the possibility of an artificial urinary sphincter, or bladder sling. I really don't want to have any more mechanical devices placed in me in order to make me void a little better. I also have read that these devices can cause problems. I'm 70 years young, so not sure if age can be a factor as well. If any others on this site have had similar experiences, I would like to know how you have/are coping. Thanks in advance.

I really didn't know what the poll was asking for. I tried to get out of it, but it indicated I had to post a couple of things before I could. Therefor, it is what it is. Please ignore it.