Aim for goals that are attainable. A realistic goal is to achieve erections that are firm enough to allow penetration. After a radical prostatectomy, it is possible that you may be incontinent. This occurs if, during surgery, it is necessary to remove the part of the urethra that passes through the prostate. As a result, the nerves that control bladder functioning, which are located in this area of the prostate, may be damaged.
Incontinence only occurs in a small percentage of patients.
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