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I had prostate surgery in November 2009 and I have been healing quite well. My continence is gradually improving every day and I am quite often dry upon waking and throughout the day. Recently though I had a very disconcerting experience when I went to the bathroom. While urinating my penis made a "farting" sound accompanied by a sensation of vibration (similar to letting go of a balloon full of air). There is no pain associated with this, a recent urinalysis was normal and the urine itself is clear. Is this common after prostate surgery? Is it related to the foreskin (I am uncircumsized) or the nerves coming back? Thank you for any information!!
I don't mean to alarm you but I think you might have a fistula. The term fistula means "pipe". You could possibly have a small connection between your urethra and colon causing the gas to migrate out your penis. It happens sometimes after abdominal surgery. Something at least to talk to your doctor about. Good luck.
Martha
Martha is correct. Gas should not be coming out of your penis and the fact you have had a prostatectomy (it can also happen with radiation) leans toward the suspicion you have a small fistula. You should see a doctor about it as you really don't want anything from your colon finding its way into other parts of the body, with the risks of infection that that carries.
There is a bit of reading here: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/117781.php
Good health,
Bill
