Mark's Prostate Cancer Experience
Prostate Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in men, responsible for about 1 in every 44 deaths. But, it's one of the few cancers that is completely curable. Mark was 51 years old when diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2015. Now, almost a decade later he is online to tell his story of how he was diagnosed, and what other men should expect on their path to being cured of this disease. He talks about how he learned about his cancer, the surgery that saved his life, and how he manages with side effects such as incontinence and erectile disfunction. The good news is that he beat all the odds, and lives to tell others of what they can expect.
Mark's Prostate Cancer Experience
#102: Sex After Prostate Cancer
This podcast episode discusses the impact of prostate cancer on sexual function and provides insights and advice on how to navigate the challenges. I shares my personal experience with prostate cancer surgery and emphasize the importance of open communication with medical professionals. The chapters cover topics such as preparing for surgery or radiation, recovering erectile function, retraining the brain, challenges with intercourse, managing expectations and communication with a partner, and finding satisfaction and acceptance.
Takeaways
▪️Consult a medical professional for personalized advice on prostate cancer treatment and sexual function.
▪️Surgery and radiation are common treatment methods for prostate cancer.
▪️Recovery of sexual function after prostate cancer surgery may take time and require patience.
▪️Open communication with a partner is crucial for managing expectations and finding alternative ways to maintain intimacy.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:05 Overview of Prostate Cancer Experience
03:02 Preparing for Surgery or Radiation
07:24 Recovering Erectile Function
09:50 Testing Sexual Function
12:41 Retraining the Brain
15:30 Sexual Excitement and Visual Stimulation
21:11 Nighttime Erections
22:09 Difficulties with Penetration
24:09 Managing Expectations and Communication with Partner
28:03 Finding Satisfaction and Acceptance
29:00 Conclusion