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Subject:   Re: Re: Re: Facts (Numbers) about post robotic prostatectomy Re continence & potency
Name:   David
Date Posted:   May 11, 08 - 6:05 PM
Email:   davew175@yahoo.com
Message:   Pete,

I'm sorry to hear about the problems you've had. It's really important for people to understand that the average side effects are only part of the story. If you're one of the people who has long-term issues then the averages are meaningless.

I asked my doctor if he understands why some people have more severe incontinence problems and he said there is some correlation with age and fitness but that he's reviewed the videos and records from his past surgeries and tried to correlate them with the outcomes but he still doesn't understand the variations in outcome.

Also, for most people it's ok to slow down and take some time to make the right decision. There are many studies that show waiting 3, 6 or 9 months after diagnosis has no negative impact on outcomes. Of course there are some cases where it's important to move quickly but I think it's more important to make the right decision and to be comfortable with it.

Good luck with your continued recovery.

Regards, David
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