Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
I had prostatectomy surgery 16 months ago. I haven't had sex or even an erection since. I had everthing removed in the surgery and no nerve saving. I don't understand why the prescribed me cialis when I don't have any nerves for them to effect. I even asked the Doctor. My relation with my Wife is great due to there being other way I can please her. I still feel guilty about not being able to get an erection. I purchase the pump and get an erection but as soon as I remove my penis from the pump it goes limp. It's even hard for me to share this with you all but maybe someone in the community might had their nevers and all removed. Thanks,
Hi,
I understand your frustration after the prostatectomy. Even without nerve-saving, medications like Cialis can sometimes help with blood flow. It might also be worth trying Levitra (vardenafil) 10 mg. Levitra is designed for men with reduced erectile function and can help improve potency. It's non-addictive and can be taken with any food, with a lower likelihood of side effects compared to Viagra.
Sharing your experience takes courage, and you're not alone. It might help to talk to a specialist for personalized advice. Stay positive and open with your partner.
Best wishes.
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hi, did you have something more to add? Jill (Team Member)
Thank you for your word of encouragement. I really appreciate it. I had my prostate removed 2 years ago, but I have a very active sex life. My partner is not only supportive but has been an active part of that part of my recovery. I have had some success with vacuum pumps. I have cialus and viagra (I only use one at a time but they do have "mixed" meds that use a lower dose of each in one application. I also use trimix shots occasionally. These can be scary for some folks but it was a game changer for me. These have to be made at a compound pharmacy (urologist can tell you all about it) There is hope!
After my nerve-sparing surgery I was able to achieve an erection - but not like before. After 40 follow-up radiation treatments and LUPRON due to returning cancer 5 years later, the erection outcome was even weaker.
It was time to make some choices --- I could feel guilty for not being able to rise to the occasion (which was not my fault) or find new and deeper ways to appreciate life. Once I focused on the latter I unexpectedly found a new life partner 2 years after my wife passed. Today intimacy could not be better. In the game of life, we make choices. They can be positive or we can hold ourselves back with negative thinking and fear. The lesson learned --- positive thinking even in the toughest of times is the way to go. Dennis(ProstateCancer.net TEAM)
