considering implant

[justwanit2work]

Hi all-

53 years old. ‘Diagnosed with Peyronies about 3 years ago. Curved downward. At first, there were no other difficulties… a little loss of rigidity, but still could function normally. In the last 6 months, other ED signs have appeared: not always able to get an erection, or not always able to sustain one. I’ve been using the daily Cialis which worked at first, but now is hit & miss with its effectiveness. The other non-daily meds seemed to just not work for me.

Most recently, I’ve also had problems with Premature Ejaculation. Put those issues all together and I’m a mess. It’s frustrating enough for my wife that I’m not sure she even wants to try having sex again until we figure something out.

My family doctor sent me to a urology center where I found a guy that specializes in treatment of PD, ED and Urological prosthesis. I’ve met with him twice. He’s basically given me two options- injections or implant. The injections he said may work fine, but could also make things worse because of the PD- the increased rigidity combined with the curve could make intercourse really difficult. I’m also not crazy about injecting myself, and the lack of spontaneity is a concern.

So… I’m leaning toward an implant. The success rate & knowing that this appears to be the one option that will address all my issues (or at least make the 3rd issue a non-issue) make this pretty attractive. I have decent insurance, so it won’t kill me financially.

I guess I’m looking for a few thoughts (I know that I have to make up my own mind though!). Am I rushing into this? Should I really give the injections some serious thought?

Also- if you’ve had the implant done- how long did you need to stay home from work? (I work at a desk in a private office). What did you tell family, friends, co-workers? I’ve considered confiding in my best friend, but there’s no turning back from opening that door… I’m not sure what to tell my boss when requesting time off for work.

It’s been good to find this forum & realize I’m not alone. Any tips, advice, cautions, encouragement welcome.

Thanks.

[jryancey44]

I had mine done dec 2013...........I was out of work about 2 weeks,couldn't lift over 10 lbs for 4 weeks. I took injections for years and I also had peyronie disease for over 15 years. I wish I had got my Titian years ago. If you would like to talk let me know I have talked to many guys so far. Where do you live,are you close to NC? my email is jryancey44@frontier.com.....e-mail me and I will give you my phone number. I know how important a desicion this was for me.







Jim

[ED2013]

Go with a top surgeon and get implanted.

[dg_moore]

Don't put it off - read my recent post:
http://www.franktalk.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=3749

[tankerman777]

If you cant get an erection or keep an erection more then 30% of the time my advice to you would be to get the implant,,, the injections dont always work and when they dont work it is devistating to you and your partner,, beleive me I have have been there many times. I got my implant 9/4/13 and I wish I had gotten it 15 years ago I would have saved myself alot of stress and disapointment. I would get the implant before anything gets worse this implant is amazing it has cured my ED I am so greatful to be able to have sex with my wife with out having to worry about it being the last time becuase I couldnt get or keep an erection. if you want to talk PM me and I will give you my # take care and good luck. Nathan

[justwanit2work]

Thanks for the replies all. Thanks for the offer, Jim. I might take you up on it. I had a phone chat with the doc today, and a good chat with the wife tonight. I'm going to go for the surgery. I'll call tomorrow & get the ball rolling. Life is short. Wanna live it to the fullest.

[crash220]

I'm almost 49, got my implant 4 days ago. I can't tell you how it works yet, but I had no other option if I wanted to have a "normal" sex life. I could please my GF by other means, and she loved it. She told me NOT to get an implant for her, I explained I was doing it for ME. Even though she was really enjoying our sex life, I felt like I had to do it for me.

What did I tell others? Inguino (spelling?),hernia, which is a hernia in your scrotum. I plan on taking one or two weeks off. My work day is split between office and being on the road. Honestly,, from being four days out,, if you work in a private office, I see no reason why you couldn't easily go back to work after a week. I am lucky and can take the time off,, so I will.