How to date after prostate surgery with sexual side effects?

These feelings are completely understandable, and many men face similar challenges after prostate surgery. The decision to end a supportive relationship often comes from a place of self-protection rather than reality - worthiness in relationships isn't determined by physical function alone. Consider speaking with a counselor who specializes in post-cancer relationships, as they can help work through these feelings of inadequacy and provide strategies for approaching dating when ready, including how to have conversations about health changes with potential partners.

I'm sorry John, l'm by myself also, had surgery in October 2022, lost my wife of 30 years who was an RN to cancer in September 2023, l have a rising psa since surgery, its now over one, have to do an mri and psma scan for the 3rd time since surgery so the future doesn't look to bright, l wish you good luck

John S please sweetheart get her back!!! Cancer is a long tedious painful road!! and when you have someone that understands what you’re going through and is supportive you don’t wanna let go of that. So if you can, please reach out to her you are worthy please do not give up.

Hi John l agree with what Mechelle B said, l wish my wife was still here to help me, l don't have any family, or friends to help me so l have to do it on my own, but you have someone willing to help you don't throw that away

Thank you all for supportive comments. Also, you’re all in my prayers. My relationship with Jesus has truly helped. 🙏

John, Both Men & women with cancer feel this way! Even after successful cancer recovery. Don’t let fear rule the rest of your life. Love comes in many forms at different stages in our life. Having a ‘Supportive Partner’ is the greatest gift of love anyone can receive. Yes all cultures put men as being the Stronger One but strength is in receiving it as well. Rekindle this relationship and go to a Couples Cancer Counselor. Embrace your new love of Life.

After my treatment for prostate cancer i had some of the same thoughts, then I saw an ad for an " implant " ...talked to my doctor, he was all for it and did all the preliminary things, then I was in the hospital for a couple of days...he'll have a few excersizes to do in the shower, it has to do w self examination and ck it out...he will look black and blue, as you can imagine, but all that doesn't last forever, and before you know it, there will never be another time when he'll have to day " honey im sorry " "PEACE ON EARTH..."