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Apr 13, 2013 11:51:37 GMT -5
Post by Rick Redner on Apr 13, 2013 11:51:37 GMT -5
The drive home was both long and painful. I wish I'd had a pain shot prior to the trip and had my pain meds with me. If you have a long drive home, make sure you have your prescription for pain control with you on the drive home.
Also, I found that my rectum was so sore it hurt to sit in the car. I suggest taking a donut pillow with you if you have to spend an hour or more in the car to drive home.
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May 5, 2013 6:57:07 GMT -5
Post by michael on May 5, 2013 6:57:07 GMT -5
Rick your experience was different than mine, I had about a 2 hour drive to get home. Uncomfortable maybe. Had pills but did not take them. Catheter was not real comfortable, I had it in for 6 days and they took it out because I was having hard time urinating like it was getting restricted. They said no lifting over 10 pounds for 6 weeks. I was out with gas powered leaf blower after first week. I did hurt a little after that one. I never had much pain at all from the surgery, just mental depression I guess, advice is to talk to someone, wife, support group, doctor, whatever.
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May 5, 2013 19:41:19 GMT -5
Post by Rick Redner on May 5, 2013 19:41:19 GMT -5
Michael, Glad you didn't experience much pain on a 2 hour drive home. My Catheter was in for 14 days, so each Dr does things differently. Mental Depression-so common after surgery, especially for men with double nerve sparing surgery who end up coping with ED for 18-24 months. I believe some of the best help comes from men further along in the journey. Who supported you?
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Jun 22, 2013 22:35:31 GMT -5
Post by travis on Jun 22, 2013 22:35:31 GMT -5
I had double nerve sparing surgery sept 14th, 2012. at least he told me he was able to spare the nerves. I am so frustrated. My insurance does not under any circumstance pay for ED meds. I can barely get some "filling" in the penis, and my wife? I just don't know what to say to her? This is far more mentally draining than I imagined. thank you for this forum.
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Jun 22, 2013 22:36:07 GMT -5
Post by travis on Jun 22, 2013 22:36:07 GMT -5
I had double nerve sparing surgery sept 14th, 2012. at least he told me he was able to spare the nerves. I am so frustrated. My insurance does not under any circumstance pay for ED meds. I can barely get some "filling" in the penis, and my wife? I just don't know what to say to her? This is far more mentally draining than I imagined. thank you for this forum.
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Jun 24, 2013 19:44:28 GMT -5
Post by michael on Jun 24, 2013 19:44:28 GMT -5
I had my surgery October 2012. hang in there, talk to your wife, I am kinda in same boat but I use trimix injections for now
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Jul 7, 2013 19:43:31 GMT -5
Post by Rick Redner on Jul 7, 2013 19:43:31 GMT -5
I had double nerve sparing surgery sept 14th, 2012. at least he told me he was able to spare the nerves. I am so frustrated. My insurance does not under any circumstance pay for ED meds. I can barely get some "filling" in the penis, and my wife? I just don't know what to say to her? This is far more mentally draining than I imagined. thank you for this forum. Travis, Most Surgeons don't tell you that even with double nerve sparing surgery it takes between 18-24 months to regain erectile abilities. If you are not in a decent penile rehab routine, it's possible during that time to develop venous leak and lose the capacity to have erections. I understand your frustration. I believe when a man has Prostate surgery insurance should be required to cover ED medication. Many men give up all forms of affection during this time making it worse for themselves and their wives. My advice, see how much Costco or Walmart might charge for a small daily dose of Cialis. As far as what you say to your wife-Talk to her about her reactions and your reactions to ED. You can find ways to please her, and you can have orgasms with a flaccid penis. I believe a half a loaf is better than no loaf, and if you agree, find things you can do to satisfy each other rather than avoid the issue. Rick
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