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LearnCancerFinding the best treatment for prostate cancerMy story: game changer

Recovering from prostate cancer surgery can be a long and difficult process. Chris shares his story and offers tips on how to heal.

Written by Jameson Kowalczyk.
Medically reviewed by Ann Wendling, MD, MPH.
Updated onAugust, 2026
Written by Jameson Kowalczyk.
Medically reviewed by Ann Wendling, MD, MPH.
Updated onAugust, 2026

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