update on inflation

[billyt0808]

Hi guys!
Met with my doctor on Monday the 25th for my first deflation and then re-inflation. Monday was exactly 4 weeks post surgery. I want to start by saying at this point I feel NO discomfort and everything feels surprisingly comfortable, almost like I had nothing done!
The doctor gave me instructions as he demonstrated using the pump to inflate. He went with 5 pumps and I was AMAZED at how firm the erection was with only 5…couldn’t even bend it very much and it would be very usable! I experienced very little discomfort, only a slight burning tingling sensation primarily under the glans. After a brief time the doctor demonstrated how to deflate using the OTR. It does take a little work at this stage to get fully deflated, but it actually feels a bit more natural with just a bit of inflation left in the cylinders. I was advised to inflate and deflate daily, starting with 5 pumps and adding a pump every couple of days. He informed me that when I return on Sept 8th he will do a full inflation. I can’t wait to see what it’s like fully inflated if it’s this hard now!
Tuesday was the big day for me. I took a comfortable seated position and got started. It took just a bit to figure out what’s the best technique. In my case I used the two thumb method while supporting the pump with my fingers. First pump took a surprising amount of effort, the subsequent 4 pumps went a little easier. No problem, and like in the doctor’s office it was very firm. I left it for 10 minutes and then deflated with no problems and minimal discomfort. Wednesday was the same routine with the same results.
Thursday I added a pump, so now I’m up to six. Good gosh I can’t imagine what 12-15 may feel like! Very little discomfort, much like the first time with a slight burning sensation under the glans. I’m very happy with my progress and with the device!!! I am hopeful at this point that some of the feeling I lost in my glans returns, but we shall see. I will be very pleased with the results even if the feeling does not return!
OK…that’s it for now. I’ll be back with another update next week! Thanks Guys!

[gregorbehr]

Glad to hear it's going well! Another 5 weeks for me to wait before I can start inflating... it's going to be a VERY long 5 weeks.

[billyt0808]

hey, those 5 weeks will be over before you know it... and i am sure you will be pleased! i am very glad your second implant procedure went so well, and i'm sure once you start pumping you won't be thinkng about that first procedure much anymore! hope your recovery continues to go well and wishing you much enjoyment!

prostatectomy with DaVinci robotics due to cancer March 2007..ED since then..injections worked but painful and damaged my shaft so that implant was the only solution..implanted July 29th with Coloplast Titan OTR