Being told that you may need prostate surgery can leave you with several immediate questions. Alongside concerns about the operation itself, you are likely to want to know how soon it will happen and whether your symptoms could become worse while you wait. There is no single NHS waiting time that applies to every prostate … Read more
The phrase “Two Week Wait” was traditionally used for an urgent suspected cancer referral, where the aim was for you to have a first hospital appointment within 14 days. However, this is no longer the main national cancer waiting-time standard in NHS England. Since 1 October 2023, the former two-week appointment target has been replaced … Read more
Private prostate surgery does not have one standard UK price because the term covers several very different procedures. Published self-pay prices can begin at around £7,000 for transurethral resection of the prostate, or TURP, while a published all-inclusive robotic radical prostatectomy package can exceed £25,000. The amount you pay depends first on whether surgery is … Read more
Yes, it may be possible to get an erection after prostate removal, but recovery varies considerably. Some men regain natural erections, while others need tablets, a vacuum erection device, penile injections or an implant to achieve an erection suitable for sexual activity. Some men do not regain erections firm enough for sex despite treatment. This … Read more
In UK population data, Black men, particularly those of African and Caribbean ancestry, have the highest reported lifetime risk of prostate cancer. Prostate Cancer UK estimates that around 1 in 4 Black men will be diagnosed during their lifetime, approximately twice the risk reported for other men. Prostate cancer incidence is lower among Asian men … Read more
If you are an Ashkenazi Jewish man, it is understandable to question whether your heritage affects your prostate cancer risk. While this background does not mean you will develop the condition, certain inherited genetic changes are more commonly seen in this population. These variations can influence your overall level of risk. Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry is … Read more
After prostate removal surgery, many men have questions about what urination will feel like and whether they will be able to pass urine normally again. Because the prostate is involved in the urinary system, removing it causes temporary changes while your bladder, urethra, and pelvic floor muscles adjust. During robotic prostate removal, also known as … Read more
In this article, robotic prostate surgery refers to robot-assisted radical prostatectomy, in which the prostate is removed and the bladder is reconnected to the urethra. After robotic prostate surgery, eating well can support your recovery following anaesthesia, major pelvic surgery, catheter use and reduced activity. You do not usually need a strict or complicated diet, … Read more
Temporary urinary leakage is one of the most common concerns after robotic prostate surgery. Many men wonder how long they will need incontinence pads, whether leakage is normal, and when bladder control is likely to improve. After surgery, your urinary system needs time to adjust. The prostate has been removed, the bladder is reconnected to … Read more
In this article, robotic prostate surgery refers to robot-assisted radical prostatectomy, in which the prostate is removed and the bladder is reconnected to the urethra. Exercise is an important part of recovery after robotic prostate surgery, but timing matters. Gentle movement can support circulation and mobility, while returning to demanding activity too quickly may strain … Read more
