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Hi guys,

I just had my implant on Tuesday. So I'm very much interested in all post op advice I can get. I had a follow-up with my doc yesterday and he removed the drainage, said all went well but that I was still pretty swollen. Couple of things of note 1) I'm not in nearly as much pain as I thought I would be. Don't get me wrong as there is "discomfort" but I've had more painful dental work. 2) PeaceofPain issues and concerns were very helpful to me. Especially the constipation part, I realized I haven't gone in a few days now and was worried until I read SteveSW's reply about pain pills and the anesthesia causing constipation; it makes sense now. 3) I guess I also need to stop over thinking things in that I guess you tend to think too much and expect things to return to normal the next day. As far as that goes, once again SteveSW said it best, "you just had a foreign object stuck in your body and it takes some time for it to adjust and accept". My swelling has gone down some but patience truly is a virtue, (I am still icing). I find myself moving slowly, not bending over, and walking as though I'm bowleg or just got off a horse. Also, it was really tough the first night getting out of bed (still is but now as not as the night of the implant)

You guys are great. I will accept all advice and helpful hints you are willing to offer. Just hit me up. We are all part of a unique fraternity.

GLE Man

Hang in there(no pun intended), ice and rest are your friends. Take it easy and adjust to what should be a great new you.

It takes time to heal, that was a major surgery. If you can stand ice bags on your sack they say that is the best to reduce swelling. After my implant I was on the couch for a long time, walked like there was a stick up my behind. Biggest issue I had was a bad reaction to the antibiotic that is impregnated on the cylinders. That feeling was like my shaft was sunburned. After doc cleared me to soak in a hot bath that was my morning routine for 4-5 months.
There are many posts here with info on post implant care, helps, etc.
Good Luck and wish you a speedy recovery.

For constipation, I bought the saline Enema and the suppositories one week ahead of my surgery from Amazon. The saline is stronger, it can be used the first day of bowel movement after the surgery, then the suppositories.

Shower everyday,, let the soapy water run over it without any scrubbing on it,, lay on your back as much as possible with your dick pointed upward,, lots of icing,, keep it clean and bandaged,, it's the pain pills that are causing the B/M problems,,, some metamucil and stool softners work great,, keep your scrotum support on as much as possible.
And above all else,,, let it heal,, I mean leave it alone with no activity at all. do not hurry things,,, your pain blocker that they gave you when you went into surgery will wear off within 3 days.

Narcotic pain medication slows GI motility. If you are still taking any pain medication with narcotics in it, expect to have some degree of constipation.

Drinking lots of fluid will help as well.

Congrats on your new implant.

All great advice guys. Keep it coming. Thank you all


GLE man

Well, since I’m not gonna need to have a surgery until I wear this one out (which isn’t outside the realm of possibility) I can give all sorts of advice.

The two cardinal rules:

1. Listen to your doctor.
2. Listen to your body.

As you can tell from the variety of advice, no two guys handle this exactly the same. I was bruised as hell, never really hurt except for pissing after catheter came out. I iced but not nearly enough. But I enjoyed a speedy recovery.

You (or your insurance) is paying doctor $$$ for his knowledge and expertise. It would be foolish not to heed his advice.

Your body is sending you signals constantly about its condition. Pain means something, as does soreness, bruising , constipation, diarrhea, etc. don’t ignore what it’s telling you.

A mild laxative to keep ‘em moving without becoming laxative dependent: 15 cc milk of magnesia, 15 cc prune juice, fill rest of cup w/ hot water and drink like a cup of tea. It’s nowhere near as nasty as it sounds and it can be taken with each meal if need be.

Some guys wear jocks, compression shorts, you name it. I went commando from day one. No complications. I drove myself 200 miles day after surgery. Your mileage may vary. I wasn’t being a knucklehead or trying to make a statement. Honestly, I felt good enough to do those things.

Pain meds may depress appetite, but force yourself to eat 3 square meals. Number one, it’ll help the constipation. Number two, your body needs a nourishing diet to repair itself quickly.

Your condition when they do the surgery masters a lot. If you run 5 miles, 3-4 days to er week and hit the gym daily you’re gonna recover quicker than if your idea of exercise is watching roller derby.