Going Through Surgery Alone

[CPM1994]

So sorry you are going through this surgery alone. I wish you the best. Keep us up to date with your progress. I am sch for surgery Jan 9th! Take care.

Good luck to you as well!

[CPM1994]

That is what I did. After surgery I spent the night in the hospital and was released the next day. I used a medical escort service to take me to my hotel. In hindsight I could have saved myself some money and just used Uber. I stayed in the hotel for three days before driving 3.5 hours home. I don't think 3 days was really necessary but you will want to stay at least one, then see how you feel.

Thanks for the feedback. Did you have much interaction with the medical staff during the 3 days?

[Bailey]

CPM1994,
Sorry your doing this alone, but that week in the hotel would make your 4 hour ride a lot easier. I had mine done 6/18/19, & all went well. I highly advise using ice throughout the day. The first week I also took the hydrocodone. I then went to Tylenol extra strength after that. By staying close by the hospital for a week is a good idea. But you can do it alone, & a few months down the road you’ll be glad you had it done. At first I was a skeptical that I made the right decision, but after 6 months I’m very pleased with the results. Good luck, keep us updated on your progress. Take care, Bailey

[CPM1994]

CPM1994,
Sorry your doing this alone, but that week in the hotel would make your 4 hour ride a lot easier. I had mine done 6/18/19, & all went well. I highly advise using ice throughout the day. The first week I also took the hydrocodone. I then went to Tylenol extra strength after that. By staying close by the hospital for a week is a good idea. But you can do it alone, & a few months down the road you’ll be glad you had it done. At first I was a skeptical that I made the right decision, but after 6 months I’m very pleased with the results. Good luck, keep us updated on your progress. Take care, Bailey

Thanks for the encouragement. The hotel is within a mile or two from the hospital and the Dr.’s primary office is on the hospital campus grounds.

[544kenmatt]

I am single and had no problems. I took an Uber to the hospital. I didn't need an escort because my surgeon keeps his patients in observation overnight. The hospital did require a friend or relative to transport me home the next morning. I had a friend do that but I don't see how they can stop you from just getting a cab or uber. My recovery was entirely on my own.

[Agfa13]

Sounds like you did your homework on the Dr. and clothing care:)!
Call around for pvt. care/nurses (preferably male).
I can only tell you what I am going through. Right now, my balls hurt (esp. rt. testicle), they are swollen, and I am walking funny! I am walking around with my robe, which is very light, open because any rubbing is uncomfortable.
My friend just invited me out with his friends for brunch! WTF, with 'Fred' leading the way, someone better walk in front on me!. I don't want to broadcast that I have a malleable in me, heck, even that I have a permanent hardon!

My 1st go around, which ended up with the infection, hence rd. 2, I did not have the sensitivity. My balls swelled up to the size of a grapefruit, but don't remember the pain. Or, in the whole recovery period, I never walked funny. Was back to work after 8 working days:).

I am just saying that that I responded differently both times. I am NOT wishing this on you. I am fortunate to have a buddy who puts up with my crap while at his place. By this time, I should be able to drive home. I just told him I probably could, IMHO, but if I can't, and get into an accident because of pain, then it just makes the situation worse.

Bottom line, cover all your bases, just in case. At least have someone's number on you if your plan does not work out the way you want it to.

[newbie443]

Alone is very doable and most places have things in place for this. But places differ a bit. So best to contact your doctor's office for how they go about it. As far as staying in a motel or hotel I went a day early to shop and get my room ready for my return. You will need drinks and food. 4X4 dressings and meds. I was alone for mine. You can call me if you want. Just send me a pm and I'll get you my number.

[jump.ship]

I'm doing it alone and flying all the way from the UK. I am generally a total wimp so I am concerned about the pain, but from reading others stories on here most likely I will be grand.

Its obvious you are embarrassed about this situation, yet, I have to wonder why?

Do you really have to wonder why it's embarrassing to tell people that you are sexually impotent?

[Weazer]

That is what I did. After surgery I spent the night in the hospital and was released the next day. I used a medical escort service to take me to my hotel. In hindsight I could have saved myself some money and just used Uber. I stayed in the hotel for three days before driving 3.5 hours home. I don't think 3 days was really necessary but you will want to stay at least one, then see how you feel.

Thanks for the feedback. Did you have much interaction with the medical staff during the 3 days?

My surgeon came in and removed my drain before I was released from the hospital and I didn't see or talk to any medical people until I went in for my follow up 2 weeks later. At that time he showed me how to inflate and deflate.

Going alone is totally doable. While I was given pain meds, I never took them. The swelling was the worst part. Ice packs help but it is still like you have a hard-on 24/7. Make sure you wear some loose pants for the drive home. My doctor recommended I keep my penis pointed up to help with swelling but my new flaccid now runs into my waist band so it was not comfortable to do. I usually wear boxers but I wore jockeys after I got home for a while. I used them to keep my dick from pointing down and help hide my "hard on". After about 10 or 14 days I switched to boxer briefs so I could point my dick down, which I find more comfortable, and they are tight enough to keep the beast tamed. Although, I did catch a couple women checking out my package.

[CPM1994]

That is what I did. After surgery I spent the night in the hospital and was released the next day. I used a medical escort service to take me to my hotel. In hindsight I could have saved myself some money and just used Uber. I stayed in the hotel for three days before driving 3.5 hours home. I don't think 3 days was really necessary but you will want to stay at least one, then see how you feel.

Thanks for the feedback. Did you have much interaction with the medical staff during the 3 days?

My surgeon came in and removed my drain before I was released from the hospital and I didn't see or talk to any medical people until I went in for my follow up 2 weeks later. At that time he showed me how to inflate and deflate.

Going alone is totally doable. While I was given pain meds, I never took them. The swelling was the worst part. Ice packs help but it is still like you have a hard-on 24/7. Make sure you wear some loose pants for the drive home. My doctor recommended I keep my penis pointed up to help with swelling but my new flaccid now runs into my waist band so it was not comfortable to do. I usually wear boxers but I wore jockeys after I got home for a while. I used them to keep my dick from pointing down and help hide my "hard on". After about 10 or 14 days I switched to boxer briefs so I could point my dick down, which I find more comfortable, and they are tight enough to keep the beast tamed. Although, I did catch a couple women checking out my package.

Did you have a catheter?