PRICKSTICKER PECKERCHECK

[antelope]

I started using Trimix last November and just went back to the urologist on Tuesday for a 1 year follow-up appointment. I thought it might be productive to begin a new "chat" by posting the particulars of that check-up.

The app't began with the standard "pee in the cup" routine that I suppose is obligatory with any urology appointment. The doctor came in a few mintues later and asked me how things were going. I told him I had a smile on my face and a spring in my step. He was obviously pleased and essentially asked me to elaborate. So I told him how I had reduced the dosage from the original 30 units down to 2 or 3 units per injection and that I had had more sex in the past year than in the previous 5 years. And I commented on how psychologically devastaing this ED stuff is for a man and how happy I was to find solution. He offered some comments about the psychological part of ED and suggested that one reason I have been able to reduce the dosage is the confidence I have gained that I will indeed get an erection--therefore it's easier. He hastened to add that you cannot ever underestimate the power of the drug. We also discussed the rehabilitative effects of trimix--random hard-ons when the wind blows, etc. Again, he talked about tissue healing and psychological factors. he also commented that he starts his PCa patients on injections pretty soon after surgery, both for the tissue rehab and the psych part. I think he said two weeks. I thought that was really interesting.

I told him about <healingwell.com> and about <franktalk.com>. He seemed to have a positive view of peer driven websites, but I'm thinking he would be hesitant to recommend (endorse?) any website, medical or otherwise, even with a thorough vetting. We also talked about the issue of decreased sensitivity/delayed ejaculation and his basic comment was "it is what it is". In other words, it's often just part of the whole picture and they don't have a remedy for that--at least not yet. I did tell him that I am always able to "finish up" with manual stimulation and he was pleased about that. His comment: "that is the objective, after all, isn't it?"

He then asked me to "drop trou" and he examined Little G, both manually and visually, explaining that he was checking for scarring and any signs of Peyronie's. None found! Woohoo! Then of course, we did the "turn around and bend over" part--not pleasant for either of us. Again, good news: no external evidence of prostate abnormality, at least none beyond my existing BPH. Double woohoo! He finished up by telling me to keep doing what I was doing and to call the office whenever I needed more happy juice. And that he wanted to see me again in a year. On the way out, I stopped by the lab so they could draw blood for my PSA test.

So it was very good appointment. I was pleased to hear that my 3 and 4 hour erections have not caused any ill-effects to my favorite body part. No less important, his thoroughness confirmed for me that I have the right urologist.

Any question, guys, please let me know. For others of you who have been back for a follow-up exam, I'd like to read how it went for you.

Hard times to all,

Greg

[NolaVette]

Hey Greg,

If my guy at Tulane doesn't work out I'll definitely be asking you for your doc's name and number. The 70 mile drive will be worth it.

Steve
NolaVette
New Orleans

[regain-is-the-aim]

Greg:

What a wonderful follow-up. It is a tremedous "lift" to know there are Uro's who care, are creative, and are dedicated to getting guys up and running. You, and the rest of his patients are a lucky group of men!! To find a doc who understands and is willing to talk about the darkness and the psychological impacts of ED is a Wow!

Hopefully we all, in talking with our docs, over time will be able change the climate and contribute to better sexual health care for men. That would be a step forward. Your efforts here continue to assist all of us in dealing with this darkness and your advocacy, even in the doc's office, moves our message forward. Happy juice and many hards to you for the holidays!!

Regards,

Dick

ps- if the doc wants to get to us at Franktalk it is a ".org" not ".com" and we're worth the visit!

[antelope]

Steve:

Urologist info: Dr. Henry Andrew (Drew) Hollier, Louisiana Urology, 8080 Bluebonnet Blvd, Suite 3000, Baton Rouge, LA 70810 Phone 225-766-8100. Practice is housed at the Surgical Specialty Center located directly across the street from the USPS Mail Processing Center. Dr. Hollier graduated Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Tulane; did med school at LSU New Orleans and completed surgical and urology residences at UT Memphis. Not too shabby, I'd say. Feel free to call him at any time. And tell him I referred you. Maybe I'll get a free popsicle or something.

Dick,

Yep, it's <franktalk.org> I knew that; but thanks for the reminder. It never hurts.

Later,

Greg

[hockey]

antelope..
Good news is always nice to get!
Happy Happy for your outstanding report.
I am losing my urologist. He is semi-retiring to some place in Kentucky
next month. I am very confident that any of the others in
his group will more than meet my needs.
Best wishes for you!

[NolaVette]

Greg,

While reading your message I realized I had met Dr. Hollier through work long before my prostate started acting up. He was based at the Health Sciences Center on Tulane Ave. here in New Orleans before Katrina. Small world, huh.
Thanks for the contact info.

Steve
NolaVette

[antelope]

Steve,

My Dr. Hollier has been in Baton Rouge for at least 8 years. He did my TURP back in 2003. Maybe the one you know is his father? No biggie.

G

[NolaVette]

After a quick search I'm thinking you're probably correct. I met Dr. Larry Hollier, Chancellor of the LSU Health Sciences Center. Is that his dad?

Steve
NolaVette

[antelope]

Steve,

I don't know about that. But it sure makes sense. I hope you do end up finding a really good uro in New Orleans, but I'm sure Dr. Drew Hollier would be happy to visit with you.

Greg

[boogalee]

Who is your Doctor,looking for one in baton rouge,I live across the river,and need a good dr,.
Thanks