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My journey began much like many others here ... once I learned I would need Robotic Prostatectomy (Dec 15, 2011 - $98,526) I began a daily routine with a
cheap Vacuum pump and several supplements to increase blood flow. After prostrate surgery I did not lose any length, flaccid.

I continued to use the vacuum pump daily to maintain the blood flow, however even with daily Cailis and my own Viagra, I was no longer able to achieve an
erection, although that was expected ... At 2 months I talked with my Uro about Trimix, did the "test shot" in his office. This produced a slight erection,
so I was given a script and told to adjust dosage as needed.

Trimix did not agree with me ... 3 out of the next 6 injections resulted in a visit to the ER, with the first visit being an overnight stay ($14,000). Now I
don't want to discourage anyone from trying injections as it works great, but for me 3 bouts of priapism was enough and probably damaged my erection
abilities in the future.

One of the best things I took away from reading the Forums here was the comments that "they wished they hadn't waited so long to decide to get an implant". So while I was in the ER (3rd trip) getting my penis drained by the surgeon/Uro that did my Prostatectomy, I asked about an implant which he agreed was most likely my only option now.

Well 6 month after prostrate surgery, I'm here to report it's five weeks (June 13, 2012) after getting a AMS 700LGX (21cm with 3cm extenders - $17,000) and
let me tell you ... glad I didn't wait either! The swelling is pretty mush gone, still a little scrotal discoloration, but that should clear up soon. The scrotal
incision (no stitches used Durabond - same as my Prostatectomy) is healing well. Pump is laying down behind my right testicle. Penis discoloration is from priapism and the vacuum pump.

Now I must say I cheated and pumped up after a week, and have been doing so daily ever since ... trying to stay ahead of the scar tissue.As for loss of size
there was none. Matter of fact I gained 1" in length flaccid and gained 1.5" in girth. Hopefully the erect length will return to pre-surgery size, too early
to tell yet. Had (gentle) sex 2 weeks after implant, with no loss of sensation ... climaxes are different but just as powerful.

So I just wanted to say thanks to the many posters that shared their experiences! This helped me in knowing what to expect ... the tips on underwear (with
pouch) the ice bags and warm baths, microwave rice bag, etc. were right on and appreciated.

First image is flaccid - 5 weeks after surgery. Second image shows the hang (about 5 o'clock flaccid) Third image shows pumped up at 5 weeks ... nothing to brag about but it works and the wife of 40 yrs. is happy!

Congratulations on a successful outcome! Enjoy your new toy! See if you can be the first to wear out one of these implants!

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Looking pretty good...wishing you well. Got my implant 4 weeks ago...really tempted to cheat too. My wife is getting inpatient as well. Who knows tonight might be the night...

Thanks guys ...

bluis6214 - If you decide be gentle as the tips of the implant are real tender ... so don't pump it up too much ... Good luck with your implant

Oh yeah, I second that. The tips are extremely sensitive that soon after surgery. I believe my increased sensitivity was also increased due to a congenital left-curvature that the implant does not correct. The right side of my penis made much more vaginal contact than the left. I came away from the first two attempts not wanting to give it another try for a few days, a miracle for me. Just take it slowly and be gentle and use plenty of lube.

Had oral sex last night without inflating. Only a little discomfort had a tremendous orgasm, and actually had some engorgement. My wife decided to go that route instead of starting intercourse and having to stop because of pain. I don't blame her. I'm sure that could have been a big disappointment. Kinda sore this morning so I think ill wait another week before going for the gold...but I'm confident all is working well.

k.b.marino, bluis6214 ... try a couple of ibuprofen prior to the next "event" ... works for me ...
Sounds like both of you are proceeding nicely ... Yes it's amazing the things you can do without inflating or just slightly. I agree about the "lube" ... at least with me with no prostrate, etc. you don't produce any lube naturally ...

Just got back from my 6 week implant follow-up ... I told the doc that I cheated and had already used it ... he grinned and said no big deal ... you're not the first one to say that!

He pumped it up and said I got great results ... deflated it and sent me on my way. I forgot to mention in my previous post ... how many of you got the keyring included with your AMS unit? I had a good laugh when I saw it, in the recovery room.

naturally once again I do not agree. USE IT A LOT and pump it as big as you can get it. WHen it starts hurting, play with it a bit til it stops and then pump it some more!

It's the only way you're going to get all the length out of it that you can get. So many guys wimp out at this point and then complain later that it didn't get to it's maximum size. You only have just SO LONG before the scar tissues takes over guys. LIke from one week to a few months, that's IT!

Ya wanna take it easy, then do not count on it getting to it's full potential, and then don't complain about it either.

LGX_Man wrote: You only have just SO LONG before the scar tissues takes over guys. LIke from one week to a few months, that's IT!
Ya wanna take it easy, then do not count on it getting to it's full potential, and then don't complain about it either.

Hi LGX_Man

Could you please tell us for how long did you keep your implant inflated to the level of pain during the recovery? Is that a matter of minutes, or hours? How many times per day?
I assume stretching with the pumping is the key in breaking the scar formation; but on the other hand there must be a point when doing too much would be more damaging than beneficial.