My Journey

[OttoHS]

I hope men everywhere will be there to help others and be proud that WE have taken the step to improve our lives along with our partners. ED is either a health issue or just plain aging and no one should be ashamed to talk about it.

I did not tell anyone about my implant for the first two months after surgery. My family and coworkers knew that I had had surgery to fix side effects from my radical prostatectomy, but I had implied that the surgery was to deal with incontinence. No one asked for any details until one day when a very close friend asked exactly what surgical procedure I had had. He was concerned that I was having some kind of prostate cancer recurrence. So, I told him exactly what I had undergone and sent him a link to Dr Kramer's video of my surgery. I then began to tell other family members and friends. Everyone has reacted positively. I was very public and open about my cancer diagnosis and prostatectomy. It was not until I disclosed my diagnosis and surgery that two men I know well and see often socially had had radical prostatectomies within the past few years. Men do not like to talk about things that impact their erectile function. I agree with you that we should not be ashamed to talk about what we have been through. I hope that by our being open, other men will not suffer in silence.

[PFracture]

Way to go Dirtman!

[dirtman1993]

Bruising almost totally gone from area (15 days) and stitches are now starting to come out. Saw my family doctor Wed. and she was not familiar with implants so this was also a learning experience and I hope it helped. She examined my stitches to be sure all was healing well. We had spoken before about the procedure and told her I would be willing to meet and speak with any of her patients about implants. She found the pump as I mentioned to her the firmness of the penis with only 20% inflate. I mentioned I had not been able to locate the release yet but this am I did finally which means what little swelling may be in the testicle area is going.

I am looking forward to seeing Dr. Kramer the last week of March and taking the time to thank all his team members I can locate. Camera arrived Wed. and will film inflate along with stills to post here. Video will go to Youtube and I will post link here when done. Once I get home from that trip and begin to cycle, I will keep a video record of the first ones so members here can see what an average person goes through.

Thanks to all who have followed My Journey so far and spread the word that there is a fix for our situation. This is no different than dealing with any medical problem.

[dirtman1993]

Last update till next Wed. and that will be the three week point after the implant. This am is the best so far with clothing on and stitches starting to drop away which is nice as they poke you. Penis is now back to normal and swelling within the testicle area is almost gone. By the time I return to Dr. Kramer for the first inflate everything will be as before the implant except I know I will be able to function again and enjoy sex.

Stay away from any underwear that has a seam in the center as the seam will interfere with your penis while partially inflated. I have decided to change from any that do have the seam and go to ones with a Pouch that cups the testicles and Penis allowing more room for the new equipment. If anyone needs some suggestions as to brands, let me know.

Photos show the stitches going and I hope with the next update all will be gone. That will allow me time to find the release button and become familiar before I see the doctor. A little anxious as to any discomfort with first inflate if anyone can provide info about that, I would appreciate.

[RelievedofED1]

Last update till next Wed. and that will be the three week point after the implant. This am is the best so far with clothing on and stitches starting to drop away which is nice as they poke you. Penis is now back to normal and swelling within the testicle area is almost gone. By the time I return to Dr. Kramer for the first inflate everything will be as before the implant except I know I will be able to function again and enjoy sex.

Stay away from any underwear that has a seam in the center as the seam will interfere with your penis while partially inflated. I have decided to change from any that do have the seam and go to ones with a Pouch that cups the testicles and Penis allowing more room for the new equipment. If anyone needs some suggestions as to brands, let me know.

Photos show the stitches going and I hope with the next update all will be gone. That will allow me time to find the release button and become familiar before I see the doctor. A little anxious as to any discomfort with first inflate if anyone can provide info about that, I would appreciate.

I agree with needing to find different underwear and have some now that don't have that seam that was bothersome early on now not likely an issue now. As to the first inflate I was tender and could only inflate part way maybe 14 pumps or so when I first. Inflated 17 days out (with permission). By the time I was able to arrange an official post op inflate at 8 weeks due to my schedule etc I had minimal discomfort with inflation to max. The tips of the penis and the scrotum by the incision were the two places most sensitive for awhile after beginning inflation. Never horrible pain though for me just discomfort that I could fix by deflating. Everyone is different.

[dirtman1993]

Thanks for the info as I expect some discomfort as it will be only 27 days since implant was placed. Dr. Kramer will show me and we will film so it can be placed on YouTube if all goes ok and if not, I will film at a later date and place for others to learn. Hope first goes well so Dr. Kramer can walk us through and explain for all to understand how and what to feel for. I have the pump (copy) on my key-chain and practice feeling the pump now when in bed or sitting. Still having some trouble feeling the release button because some stitches still in area.

How long did the stitches stay with you?

My family and all my friends know about the surgery. I told my sister about it and told her to let my nephews know they can ask anything they have a question about. ED could affect them and I would want to help them.

You take care and enjoy as I will.

[RelievedofED1]

Not exactly sure how long stitches lasted but longer than I wanted. At least 6-8 weeks.

[dirtman1993]

Have placed more photos on YouTube showing healing as time passed. Once I have inflation video, it will also be added here and on Youtube so others can see how it can help a man and no one should be ashamed as it is a Medical problem. It does not make you less of a man to have it addressed.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jC3prWx8ZLY

If after watching you have any questions, let me know. Dr. Andrew Kramer is my doctor and very happy to let all know how wonderful my experience has been.

[dirtman1993]

Twenty one days today since implant and still progressing. Get to see Dr. Kramer next Tuesday for inflate and understand from reading here may experience some pain. Ready for the first erection in years. The temp stitches still in area where the release is but able to more around so it can be reached. Can't wait for those to fall out and start to use. Don't think any lady would want those around. Blood flow to penis still get and can notice when somewhat excited as penis gets fuller with the increase of blood.

I decided to post pictures I took this am as to how the stitches are doing and the the overall healing. I feel the Reservoir on the left side of my penis but does not interfere with anything. Other then that the penis is still sensitive not painful as one person here stated that will disappear in time.

My next post will have still photos of before inflate and during first inflate. I hope Dr. Kramer will post the inflation video on YouTube and go into detail as to the inflation procedure and anything that may arise for us when doing. Technique I think will be important for all of us newbies to learn so it will make it easier for us and at times faster when we are after a quickie. I still remember those from my younger days.

Did anyone have their partner or wife present during first inflate? I decided to ask and she said would come and provide support. She will also learn so should I forget anything, I will have another set of eyes and hands.

[dirtman1993]

Inflated but no video this trip. Will be going back on May 5th for video and his assistant will be helping. I still had some internal swelling in the testicles and he felt it would be better at that time as I offered to return so it could be filmed, placed on YouTube and here to help all. I could feel the Pump Pop as the guys call it and the release was harder to locate. I did feel the saline returning to the reservoir when depressed. As the swelling was still inside, I did have some discomfort after. Will inflate in two days again and hope more swelling has disappeared and feels better after. Pleased with size and firmness is great. Once I can cycle every day and get to where I can do it twice a day, I should regain my size. I am free to use it as I wish. Can have orgasm though skin still a little sensitive.

Picture attached was taken on Inflate Day and you can see three very happy people.