I had a successful robotic prostatectomy more than three years ago. My PSA remains at a statistical zero and for that I am extremely grateful. When I was about three weeks out from surgery in 2005,...
I am a 2-year veteran of DaVinci with Patel. I did not experience good results with Viagra either. I never tried Cialis. I was encouraged by Patel's associates to start the shots (tri-mix) after six...
In response to the question of whether the erection continues after climax with injections, it has been my experience that the erection actually gets firmer after the first orgasm. I have experienced...
For what it's worth, I was advised by my doctor not to mix the pump with the injection and never to mix Viagra with the injection. His sense was that it was too high of a risk for priapism. He...
Depending on what you mean by post op time, I doubt that your body will let you do anything that will hurt you. I remember a naturally occurring morning erection while I still had the catheter that...
Thanks, El Tigre, for the extra research. This underscores the point that when we discuss the effects of tri-mix, bi-mix, etc. on this forum, we may all be (and probably are) talking about different...
Since there is a lot of talk about Tri-mix, Bi-mix and various dosages in this thread, I thought it might be useful to point out that there are many different formulations of all the mixes. The...
From your post to kziz, it looks like you haven't had much exposure to the concept of penile rehabilitation. (I suggest you Google the words "penile rehabilitation") There are many variations on the...
Your earlier question seemed to inquire about using the pump and pills together. According to my doctor, that is an acceptable combination. I was able to retain a better erection with the pump if I...
Thanks El Tigre, for your very helpful advice. It provides a lot of encouragement for those of us who are just starting out....
In response to your question about bleeding, there is seemingly a lot of blood to clean up right after the biopsy. My doctor left me in the room with a box of tissue to "clean up" and I was initially...
Alex - There are a lot of guys in this forum who would kill for those nighttime erections. Being cancer free and experiencing erections is a cause for celebration. Take comfort in the things that are...
Alex - Go hug your daughter. You cannot make yourself feel better by making her feel bad. You will only feel worse. Don't put so much pressure on yourself. You may feel "foolish" but everyone knows...
Congratulations! Bob will be my inspiration when I finally get to self-inject next month. Good for him! Good for you....
These are things that you forget about 18 months later, but I think this sounds pretty much normal and the way I remember it. You're having all of these experiences after straining and I think it's...
Ouch. I remember having to keep my distance from the dog because she showed too much interest in the catheter bag. But they are great caregivers offering lots of support. I think anything that gets...
You're at the point now where you just have to show up and get through it. It won't be as bad as you anticipate and it actually will go pretty quick in hindsight. So in the meantime, try to do other...
Your experience gives me greater appreciation for why my doctor's office requires me to come back and self-inject under supervision before turning me loose to go on my own. I have great empathy for...
You definitely need to discuss your concerns with your doctor. You will be well attended throughout surgery with people and resources who will respond to any needs that arise while you are out of it....
Good for you, Raheeb! My doctor believes that the injection therapy actually "jump starts" the recovery process. I hope you have success. We'll be waiting to hear of your progress....
I'm glad that worked out for you. It's amazing how what was once unthinkable becomes manageable. From the way the effect of the shot was described to me and the feeling that I had, I'll bet in a...
My insurance plan, which is otherwise a fairly generous plan provided by my employer, has a specific exclusion for anything relating to "sexual or erectile dysfunctions or inadequacies, regardless of...
I went for my first injection today. I was actually more apprehensive than the day I went for surgery. A male nurse runs the ED clinic at the university medical center where I had my surgery 18...
No tests after biopsy related to cancer. Some blood work and echocardiogram for clearance for surgery....
Tamu - The practical question that I am concerned about is how do you conceal the erection to get from the doctor's office to the car? Any suggestions? From anyone?...
It has been 18 months since my robotic prostatectomy. I had almost instant success with continence and have worked hard to overcome ED. I am not satisfied with the limited success I have experienced...
A few observations here that are mostly covered in the other posts. I was 53 when I had DaVinci robotic surgery in 2005. Most men can remember having orgasms from masturbation before they were old...
Alex - Most of the guys on this forum are older than you and may not have been in as good of health and conditioning as you prior to surgery. Many were using ED drugs prior to surgery as well. I...
Glad to see that you're gaining a better perspective. You probably won't feel that way every day, but keep coming back to it. Good luck with the bone scan results. They are what they are, so no need...
Alex - Welcome back. Your wife is right (as wives always are). That doesn't mean that you are wrong. It is normal to be depressed under these circumstances. If you are dwelling too long in the...
Aztec - Everyone connected to this forum feels your pain. Most of us have been there. You are very young. I was 53 when first diagnosed and I thought I was very young. You're on the right track by...
Congratulations on your choice of Dr. Patel. He performed my robotic surgery in September 2005. I had virtually no incontinence from the time the catheter was removed. I appreciated his aggressive...
You certainly need to consider the diabetes in exploring all of the options. There is a lot less to heal in the DaVinci surgery than traditional open surgery, so I'm guessing that would be the better...
Sara - Your post brings back painful memories for all of when they first heard their biopsy news. I think that SJC's post on 10/13 is one of the best I have ever seen on this forum. You have some...
I made a mistake. My surgery was in September 2005, not 2004, nine months ago....
I am 54. I had robotic surgery in late September 2004. Both nerves were spared. I started taking 50 mg. Viagra three times a week one month after surgery. I also began using a Osbon ErecAid pump one...
Michael - The best thing you can do between now and your surgery in August is to try and be in the best physical shape you can prior to surgery. That will make surgery and your recovery go better....
Suz - Since you are in Cincinnati, I would suggest checking out Dr. Vipul Patel at The Ohio State University James Cancer Hospital in Columbus. He has performed more than 800 robotic prostatectomies,...