Are all of these things true?

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edsince18
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Are all of these things true?

Postby edsince18 » Mon Sep 04, 2017 10:58 pm

www.steadyhealth.com/topics/removal-of-penile-implant


I read very horrible stories about implants at that site.

Excessive length reduction, infection, pain that does not settle even after months.....

They warn that the risk of infection and reduction in length is much greater when revisioning.

Unlike the Frank Talk members, they say that implant surgery is the biggest mistake which they made.

I am very confused about such terrible stories. I'm 22 now and even trimix don't work for me. What should I do?

My biggest worry was partner's reaction to implants (because i'm so young)... but there was even more scary distress.


If I have 3 or 4 revision operations in my lifetime, will I lose 6 ~ 7cm in length?
ed since high school graduation, 25 years old now

jelquinginjury
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Re: Are all of these things true?

Postby jelquinginjury » Tue Sep 05, 2017 12:45 am

Damn, those stories scared like shit.
Injury that caused venous leak.
In my 20s thinking about implant

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Re: Are all of these things true?

Postby radioradio » Tue Sep 05, 2017 12:50 am

jelquinginjury wrote:Damn, those stories scared like shit.

This might be denial, but I don't think I want to read any horror stories.
Bob 2.1
Born '52. Married '79. RALP 3/1/17. ED 50+% prior to surgery even w/ meds. VED, Injections, ineffective. Considering implant even before PCa diagnosis. Dr. Kramer 8/2/17. LGX 21cm+0.5 RTE. Kramer replaced/repositioned pump 12/13/17. Willing to Show/Tell.

PFracture

Re: Are all of these things true?

Postby PFracture » Tue Sep 05, 2017 2:09 am

That website looks like junk to me. You have so much better stuff to read than that crap...

TANGERINE
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Re: Are all of these things true?

Postby TANGERINE » Tue Sep 05, 2017 2:42 am

It is very well documented that the satisfaction rates of penile implants patients is quite high (80 percent or higher)
Shown below is a graph showing that implant is very well received by men:

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Figure 1 (above) Implants patients are "satisfied" with the treatment 93% of the time, as compared with 51% for Viagra and 41% with injections. The percentage of 90% or better has been replicated in scientific study after scientific study. But, of course, there are some downsides, please read the below

NEXT: I HAVE POSTED BELOW AN ARTICLE WRITTEN ON THE INTERNET:

Are Men Satisfied with Penile Implants?
Feb 15, 2016

Are Men Satisfied with Penile Implants? Bill took a deep breath, looked at his wife Judy, and finally told his urologist, “Okay. I’ll get the implant.”

It wasn’t something he necessarily wanted to do. But he had been dealing with erectile dysfunction (ED) for a few years now and no other treatments seemed to be working out. Because he took heart medication, he couldn’t take the pills he saw advertised on TV. And the vacuum device, which was far from romantic, didn’t seem right for him either.

He didn’t like the word “prosthesis” when it referred to his manhood. It made him think of artificial limbs. But he knew that an implant was just that – a device designed to give him an erection when he wanted.

He and Judy were in their fifties - still young - and still had a long sex life in front of them. He wanted to be more spontaneous with their lovemaking. He wanted to feel confident, like he did early in their marriage. And he wanted to keep Judy satisfied. She was patient, but he knew he was disappointing her every time.

Bill had heard that penile implants had a high satisfaction rate. He’d also heard that sex would probably still feel the same as it did before he had ED. But he was nervous. He knew that after getting the implant, there was no turning back. So he wanted to make sure he was doing the right thing.

Many men getting implants share Bill’s concerns. Penile implantation is a big decision. Today, we’ll talk about men’s experiences with implants and some things to keep in mind if you’re considering one.

Why do men like their implants?

In December 2015, The Journal of Sexual Medicine published a study on men’s satisfaction and dissatisfaction with penile implants. The researchers interviewed 47 men with an average age of 61 years and asked them to share their thoughts.

Overall, 79% of the men were “fairly” or “very” satisfied. The main reasons they gave were:

· Improved sexual performance. Men could get erections, penetrate their partners, and feel sexually satisfied.

· Improved self-esteem, confidence, and male identity. “It was a giant step I took in my life, and I'm glad I took it,” one man said.

· Improved relationships. One participant remarked, “My general relationship with my wife is much better now.” Others said they were happy that they could please their partners.

· Improved urination. Some men said their urinary function was better with the implant.

Why are men dissatisfied?

While the majority of men were satisfied, there were some who were not. Here are some of their reasons:

· Unmet expectations. Some men found that the implant did not “feel” the way they thought it would.

· Shortening of the penis. In some cases, the penis was shorter than it was before. Two men were not able to have intercourse. [Note: A small 2014 study of penile shortening showed that 70% of men experience some degree of shortening after penile implantation, usually in the range of 0.5 centimeters to 1.5 centimeters. However, over half the men in the study didn’t notice.]

· Feeling “artificial.” One man said, “It is always artificial. It takes time to inflate, it always disturbs.”

· Malfunction. After a while, some men with inflatable implants had trouble activating their devices. It is possible for pumps to malfunction, although this is rare. A urologist should give instructions on how to keep the device in good working order.

Should you get an implant?

That’s a question only you, your partner, and your doctor can answer. As the study suggests, the majority of men are satisfied with their choice. But men should be prepared – and have realistic expectations – before surgery. If you have any questions or concerns, be sure to let your urologist know.
"Strive to find the best surgeon--experience really matters"
(63 yo, Titan 22cm implant Feb 2017 by Dr Eid) I'm super pleased with my length/girth/implant performance. See my story at "The road to becoming a bionic male: Answers ..."

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Re: Are all of these things true?

Postby TANGERINE » Tue Sep 05, 2017 2:54 am

And now, I must say something with a very stern voice, and of utmost importance.

Penile implant surgery is difficult; it is harder to perform with great success than most other surgery.

TO AVOID ENDING UP LIKE SOME OF THE HORROR STORIES THAT YOU HAVE READ....YOU MUST, ABSOLUTELY MUST CHOOSE A HIGH VOLUME SURGEON WHO KNOWS EXACTLY WHAT HE IS DOING. MOREOVER, HE SHOULD BE WILLING TO ALLOW YOU TO CALL SOME OF HIS SATISFIED PATIENTS

You must understand the importance of choosing a great surgeon. I repeat, you must understand the importance of choosing a great surgeon. Some people say that "you make your own luck", this is true to a minor extent, but do realize that if you go with a low volume surgeon (i.e., less than 50 cases per year) you are playing "dick roulette"

Those horror stories are the reason that my signature states that you must "strive hard to find the best implant surgeon"

from,
TANGERINE
"Strive to find the best surgeon--experience really matters"
(63 yo, Titan 22cm implant Feb 2017 by Dr Eid) I'm super pleased with my length/girth/implant performance. See my story at "The road to becoming a bionic male: Answers ..."

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Re: Are all of these things true?

Postby David_R » Tue Sep 05, 2017 8:56 am

TANGERINE wrote:TO AVOID ENDING UP LIKE SOME OF THE HORROR STORIES THAT YOU HAVE READ....YOU MUST, ABSOLUTELY MUST CHOOSE A HIGH VOLUME SURGEON WHO KNOWS EXACTLY WHAT HE IS DOING. MOREOVER, HE SHOULD BE WILLING TO ALLOW YOU TO CALL SOME OF HIS SATISFIED PATIENTS

I totally, totally agree.

Larry10625

Re: Are all of these things true?

Postby Larry10625 » Tue Sep 05, 2017 10:10 am

TANGERINE wrote:And now, I must say something with a very stern voice, and of utmost importance.

Penile implant surgery is difficult; it is harder to perform with great success than most other surgery.

TO AVOID ENDING UP LIKE SOME OF THE HORROR STORIES THAT YOU HAVE READ....YOU MUST, ABSOLUTELY MUST CHOOSE A HIGH VOLUME SURGEON WHO KNOWS EXACTLY WHAT HE IS DOING. MOREOVER, HE SHOULD BE WILLING TO ALLOW YOU TO CALL SOME OF HIS SATISFIED PATIENTS

You must understand the importance of choosing a great surgeon. I repeat, you must understand the importance of choosing a great surgeon. Some people say that "you make your own luck", this is true to a minor extent, but do realize that if you go with a low volume surgeon (i.e., less than 50 cases per year) you are playing "dick roulette"

Those horror stories are the reason that my signature states that you must "strive hard to find the best implant surgeon"

from,
TANGERINE



There is no way for that to happen without illegally disclosing patient information. Explain to me how someone who is a "High Volume" surgeon is better? Maybe it means they are making more mistakes than others who take their time and do a good job. :)

Larry

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Re: Are all of these things true?

Postby Donnie1954 » Tue Sep 05, 2017 10:49 am

I thank God that my implant experience was a positive one. Many factors are involved that an affect the outcome of the procedure.

Pre-existing conditions - injury, peyronies, atrophy, previous surgeries,
Choice of surgeon - complete confidence in your surgeon is a must. All questions should be answered truthfully.
Loving compassionate support from home.

Hoping all surgeries turn out as well as mine.
I am very pleased and
I love my big dick!

Donnie

A penal implant was my only option.
Best decision I ever made.
Absolutely no regrets!
Implant AMS 700 CX, MS (18cm x 12mm with 5.5cm RTEs) on 10\4\16. 64 Dr. Edward Kata of Orlando. Awesome surgeon. Check out, 'DD Bryan. My implant journey, Wit and Wisdom, Stretching routine, Implant Pics, Natural Hang. Live in Ga.
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Re: Are all of these things true?

Postby Tybeeman » Tue Sep 05, 2017 12:05 pm

TANGERINE wrote:And now, I must say something with a very stern voice, and of utmost importance.

TO AVOID ENDING UP LIKE SOME OF THE HORROR STORIES THAT YOU HAVE READ....YOU MUST, ABSOLUTELY MUST CHOOSE A HIGH VOLUME SURGEON WHO KNOWS EXACTLY WHAT HE IS DOING. MOREOVER, HE SHOULD BE WILLING TO ALLOW YOU TO CALL SOME OF HIS SATISFIED PATIENTS,
TANGERINE


What! What is the definition of a high volume surgeon? 50 a year 60 a year 70 a year?
PC at age 56
RALP on 2/16
Implant on 6/26/2017 Doctor Tariq Hakky
Coloplast Titan OTR, 22cm with 1 cm RTE


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