Post op queries

hi all. I’ve just had my prostate and it’s tumour removed (5th September 19). I had the catheter and staples out after 10 days and am waiting for an appointment to see how it went. I’m just amazed how uncomfortable my stomach has been ever since. I never realised that trapped wind could be that painful. It’s not really explained at the time so I wondered how long, generally, this aspect lasts? 

  • Hi Gdt54 and welcome to the forum.

    I'm sorry for how uncomfortable your stomach is at the moment and the pain it's causing. Hopefully some of our prostate cancer members who had the same surgery will be along soon to share their experience and advice with you but you're more than welcome to give our cancer nurses a call if you'd like to have a chat with them about this. They're available Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m on 0808 800 4040.

    It may be worth checking out the online community on the Prostate Cancer UK website as well.

    Kind regards, 

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator