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I am young male and going through ED (3 years). I have tried all treatments on the NHS except the injections. I have an appointment in the next month (NHS) to be taught to use the injection. Injecting into my penis seems very daunting and something i don't want to be doing. I mentioned these concerns to the specialist nurse who was also suggesting, an implant for myself is an option should i opt for it instead of the injection due to my young age.

So far, the NHS has been great. I've been given appointments to see the urologist and counsellor (NHS) within reasonable amounts of time and have not had issues in terms of waiting around.

Any idea and suggestions on how i should go about my current condition and what i should mention at the appointment?

Josephette,

Welcome to the forum.

I wouldn't have a clue as to what option will ultimately bring you the most satisfaction. I will suggest that you shouldn't be overly put off by the idea of injections. For most men doing the injections really isn't that big of a deal. There are a small number of guys that just have mental issues with needle phobia. I don't have an answer for that, but the needle stick really isn't an issue and in most cases the pain, if any, is very minimal.

Good luck.

Hi I have been with the NHS for some 15 months, i was given slidenafil and a VED, i have ED & PD problems.
I had apointment 2 days ago with my Uro, I ask her about implants for me, she told me that only when all other treatment fail can i have a implant, the pills are working great with me, so implant on hold.

Josephette wrote:I am young male and going through ED (3 years). I have tried all treatments on the NHS except the injections. I have an appointment in the next month (NHS) to be taught to use the injection. Injecting into my penis seems very daunting and something i don't want to be doing. I mentioned these concerns to the specialist nurse who was also suggesting, an implant for myself is an option should i opt for it instead of the injection due to my young age.

So far, the NHS has been great. I've been given appointments to see the urologist and counsellor (NHS) within reasonable amounts of time and have not had issues in terms of waiting around.

Any idea and suggestions on how i should go about my current condition and what i should mention at the appointment?

Be honest with regards to your comfort level with injections. All non-permanent treatments could stop being effective as your system gets use to it. Injections have been linked to Peyronie's disease and severe scar tissue. There are lots of guys who have been on injections for years with no problems BUT, there are guys who used injections and now have Peyronie's and/or scar tissue. Just be forewarned... once you choose the implant, you will never have a natural erection ever again. It's a big decision that should not be taken lightly. Feel free to go to the Injections Discussions to look around or ask the guys there any questions and/or go to the Implants Discussion for info.

Larry
Moderator

Geronimo wrote:Hi I have been with the NHS for some 15 months, i was given slidenafil and a VED, i have ED & PD problems.
I had apointment 2 days ago with my Uro, I ask her about implants for me, she told me that only when all other treatment fail can i have a implant, the pills are working great with me, so implant on hold.

I've been under the NHS for 3 years. The implant is only given as a last resort. I've been prescribed Viagra (Different ones), pump, Alprostadil and also had counselling but nothing seems to work for me. I've been booked in to see the Andrologist by my Urologist to be taught how to use the injections. If I'm being honest, I'd much rather have the implant as the injections do have side effects and its daunting injecting the penis.

bldoink wrote:Josephette,

Welcome to the forum.

I wouldn't have a clue as to what option will ultimately bring you the most satisfaction. I will suggest that you shouldn't be overly put off by the idea of injections. For most men doing the injections really isn't that big of a deal. There are a small number of guys that just have mental issues with needle phobia. I don't have an answer for that, but the needle stick really isn't an issue and in most cases the pain, if any, is very minimal.

Good luck.

Thanks for the info, much appreciated. I'm waiting to see my Andrologist next month and will take it from there. I guess I'm going to be honest and let them know my concerns for the injection.

Larry10625 wrote:

Josephette wrote:I am young male and going through ED (3 years). I have tried all treatments on the NHS except the injections. I have an appointment in the next month (NHS) to be taught to use the injection. Injecting into my penis seems very daunting and something i don't want to be doing. I mentioned these concerns to the specialist nurse who was also suggesting, an implant for myself is an option should i opt for it instead of the injection due to my young age.

So far, the NHS has been great. I've been given appointments to see the urologist and counsellor (NHS) within reasonable amounts of time and have not had issues in terms of waiting around.

Any idea and suggestions on how i should go about my current condition and what i should mention at the appointment?

Be honest with regards to your comfort level with injections. All non-permanent treatments could stop being effective as your system gets use to it. Injections have been linked to Peyronie's disease and severe scar tissue. There are lots of guys who have been on injections for years with no problems BUT, there are guys who used injections and now have Peyronie's and/or scar tissue. Just be forewarned... once you choose the implant, you will never have a natural erection ever again. It's a big decision that should not be taken lightly. Feel free to go to the Injections Discussions to look around or ask the guys there any questions and/or go to the Implants Discussion for info.

Larry
Moderator

Thanks for the reply and Information.

I will look at the injections forum and get some ideas and advice from there. In terms of injections, I'd rather not due to the possibility of having side effects. Even if minimal, I dont want to take chances. I do understand having an implant will mean I won't be getting a natural erection ever again. It's a difficult decision as I'm stuck with these 2 options only. I'm going to have to think about it and have a discussion with my Andrologist in regards to everything next month.

Josephette wrote:

Larry10625 wrote:

Josephette wrote:I am young male and going through ED (3 years). I have tried all treatments on the NHS except the injections. I have an appointment in the next month (NHS) to be taught to use the injection. Injecting into my penis seems very daunting and something i don't want to be doing. I mentioned these concerns to the specialist nurse who was also suggesting, an implant for myself is an option should i opt for it instead of the injection due to my young age.

So far, the NHS has been great. I've been given appointments to see the urologist and counsellor (NHS) within reasonable amounts of time and have not had issues in terms of waiting around.

Any idea and suggestions on how i should go about my current condition and what i should mention at the appointment?

Be honest with regards to your comfort level with injections. All non-permanent treatments could stop being effective as your system gets use to it. Injections have been linked to Peyronie's disease and severe scar tissue. There are lots of guys who have been on injections for years with no problems BUT, there are guys who used injections and now have Peyronie's and/or scar tissue. Just be forewarned... once you choose the implant, you will never have a natural erection ever again. It's a big decision that should not be taken lightly. Feel free to go to the Injections Discussions to look around or ask the guys there any questions and/or go to the Implants Discussion for info.

Larry
Moderator

Thanks for the reply and Information.

I will look at the injections forum and get some ideas and advice from there. In terms of injections, I'd rather not due to the possibility of having side effects. Even if minimal, I dont want to take chances. I do understand having an implant will mean I won't be getting a natural erection ever again. It's a difficult decision as I'm stuck with these 2 options only. I'm going to have to think about it and have a discussion with my Andrologist in regards to everything next month.

So, I am not trying to persuade you either way. I, personally, only took 6 or 7 injections. They hurt me and the drug felt like it was burning me. When I told my doctor that he agreed that the implant was where I needed to go. I was 50 by then so there were no real issues. Research your options, educate yourself and make a decision and stick by it. Don't let others try to influence you, it's your decision and it's a decision only you can make. Good luck.

Larry

Hi all,

I would like to ask, has anyone had any experience with Dr Arie Parnham (Greater Manchester- UK) and known of any cases of him carrying out penile implants?