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Prostate Removal Surgery Appointment Guide

Ask the right questions at your next doctor’s appointment. Answer two questions below to personalize your appointment guide.

• Have you recently had prostate removal surgery?

  1. Yes
  2. No
• What is the reason for the appointment?

  1. New or worsening symptoms
  2. Second opinion
  3. Other
  4. Evaluation for possible prostate removal surgery
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Top Questions Your Doctor May Ask You About Prostate Removal Surgery Knowing the types of questions you can expect your doctor to ask at your appointment can help you provide the information he or she needs to give you the best care.

• Are you currently having any pain?
• How often do you need to use your pain medicine?
• How often are you walking or doing light exercise?
• What is your level of incontinence? Dry when lying down? Walking? When straining, such as rising from a seated position or coughing?
• Have you been able to achieve an erection?
• What kind of emotional and home care support do you have to help with recovery?
• Are you having prostate symptoms that interfere with your quality of life?
• Do you know the results of previous PSA tests?
• What other prostate treatments have you tried?
• What other health conditions do you have? How are you treating and managing them?
• What other surgeries have you had in the past? Any abdominal surgeries?
• What is your main concern about prostate removal surgery?
• What new symptoms are you experiencing?

Top Questions To Ask Your Doctor About Prostate Removal Surgery Many people forget to ask important questions at their doctor's appointments. You may want to print or write these questions down before your appointment so you remember to get the answers you need.

• Why are you recommending prostate removal surgery for me?
• What are my prostate removal surgery options? Am I a candidate for minimally invasive surgery?
• What are the risks and possible complications of the prostate removal surgery you are recommending? How can I help prevent them?
• How long will I be in the hospital after prostate removal surgery? How long does full recovery usually take?
• What restrictions will I have after prostate removal surgery?
• How active can I be until I see you next time? What restrictions do you recommend?
• What symptoms could mean there is problem? When should I call you?
• How long should I use my pain medicine? How can I avoid getting addicted to my pain medicine?
• When do you expect me to regain urinary control?
• When can I try to resume sexual activity?
• What options do I have if I have difficulty with sexual activity?
• Are my new or different symptoms related to my prostate removal surgery?
• Is prostate removal surgery the best option for me? Am I a candidate for minimally invasive surgery? Will I need other treatments after my surgery, such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy?

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