After Surgery Prostate surgery may have side effects of impotence and urine leakage in the recovery process, either short term or long term. Both conditions impact lifestyle and need special attention for management.
Impotence can cause depression and grief, both leading to decreased appetite.
Depression can be successfully treated and it is important to discuss any symptoms with your physician early. If weight loss is occurring as a result of depression, dietary assessment and counseling may also be necessary to ensure the diet is nutritionally adequacy. Another side effect of prostate surgery can be urine leakage. This can be managed to some degree by adjustments in fluid intake. Careful monitoring of beverages may help reduce urine flow.