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Posted 31 Jan 2016 at 14:29

Steady Johny you'll be joining the mile high club at that rate.
Gave it a go also, certainly got bigger and I even managed an orgasm, albeit it was soft but strange that nothing came out either. Doctor gave me some Viagra to try but to no avail as we believe that no nerves were spared. Find that out on the 16th.
Anyway one plus point is that I do not need any pads as totally dry except for a wee squirter when I fart but working on that.
Everyday is an adventure.
Take care mate and keep twerling.
Sandy.

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Posted 31 Jan 2016 at 16:38

Gents
I probably should not but I do chuckle at some of your posts, the fact that you can find humour out of what for many must be a quite distressing situation is commendable. The visions the twirling , swirling and spraying portray will probably stay with me forever.
Johny to preserve your bathroom ceiling maaybe you should practice your swirling wearing "a little something for the weekend" and having peed beforehand (pardon the pun)
More seriously you are all proof that this once ridiculed , free and simple self help treatment does aid recovery.

Sanders, I believe that dry orgasms take a bit of getting used to but it is good news that you are getting there at all.

I wish all of you all the very best
xx
Mo

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Posted 19 Feb 2016 at 12:42

Hi all, not posted before but have read posts with interest and thought it about time to take the plung!
I was diagnosed last year from annual PSA as my father and grandfather both had prostate cancer and my father at nearly 81 has survived 21 years post surgery although forgoing the ability to get an errectiin after his first injection left him with severe stomach cramps for several hours!
Myself at 48 despite a fairly early diagnosis had surgery 6 and a half months ago with no nerve sparing as recommended by the surgeon with my scores. My treatment and help all the way has been fantastic it has to be said. I had the pump demo with the very same lovely lass as someone else here several months back and whilst it plays a very important role in rehab and maintenance for me has not been successful in use with my partner. It does enable some fun and dry orgasms but after hearing about it here have also tried with success the same in a flacid state.
I am currently building my way up on cavajet injections which despite increased doses can have varying success or nothing at all. First dose of 5 mg had a half reaction and yet my last dose of 20 mg had no affect other than aching balls for 2 hours. Errections or the discomfort whatever their state tend to last for between 2 and 2.5 hours. I get the odd woosy feeling when I inject but think this is more sociological than anything to do with the injection lol.
Even using the pump has its issues and had to have a larger sized cylinder to accommodate things adequately and find I need to build things gradually when I use it and pull down on my scrotum farly hard to prevent everything else being sucked in which is not comfortable to say the least! The lass who went through the operation of it was truly fantastic but it can take a while to find a way that works for you. Apparently in normal life us guys get up to 16 or more detections daily (mostly while we sleep) and this is how the body naturally maintains the muscle tone down there lol.
I bought a cheap version to start with but it's totally inferior to the prescription version as well as being a bit on the narrow side for me! The problem I have with the pump is that once you get to your full size and slip on the ring (makes you sinse first time and shaved is definitely the way to go!) It's only hard from the ring up. My partner Who I must say has been the most supportive I could ever have wished for, how do I put this has a very snug fit when everything worked previously and now this causes issues with achieving penetration. I am hopeful that the injections will eventually resolve the problem despite the drawbacks but either way it will not stop us having intimate time even if it is restricted. I fully intend getting out there and leading my life to its full.
One thing that is very apparent from reading everyone's individual cases here is that we are all very different in how we react and deal with stuff. My dad was dry from day 1 when they removed his catheter and I am still working on it but mostly dry after 6 months. Last year was not one of my best with this, my mother passing away and going (still am) through a divorce,selling and moving house in the next month all has an effect but I will not be knocked back and will do whatever I can to make the most of my life.
In some ways I see this as a blessing to give me that much needed boot up the back side and get on with my dreams!

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Posted 19 Feb 2016 at 16:03

Hello Chris p and welcome to the site.

I'm sure your comments will echo what some of our men also feel or go through and hopefully some of them may be able to offer practical advice.

What are dads (and dreams !) for except to boot us up the backside occasionally to get us to act.

I was sorry to hear that you lost your mum and that you have other things going on that don't help on the stress front but I like your positive attitude to getting on and beating it all.

All the best

Sandra

We can't control the winds - but we can adjust our sails

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Posted 19 Feb 2016 at 19:41

Hi all

Saw doctor 2 weeks ago who prescribed Viagra, told to take half of a 50mg tablet more than twice a week to start with.

Well I am afraid it isn't making any difference to the old fella but I was told that may be the case as there were no nerves spared, in fact I don't think there was much left down there.

Had a meet up with consultant last Tuesday who informed me that the cancer was pretty wide spread in the pelvic area but thankfully no intrusion into my bones. Prostate was 80% cancerous, 7 out of 16 lymph nodes cancerous and seminal vesicles also badly affected, which were also removed.

Bad news was the 1.5mm spot at the bladder which they said could not be operated on due to the chance of severe damage to the bladder, so RT is being organised to try and get this destroyed. This was not really a surprise as I was told that RT would probably be required anyway.

Good news is continence has returned to normal with no more leaks whilst farting/sneezing.

Need to really get going on the ED side of things now as the consultant just said that he would speak to someone shortly but gave no indication of when and who. I have had a couple of dry orgasms, which were totally strange, although these were delivered with a very soft wee fella. Viagra at present making no difference so may have to invest in a pump as going with other guys comments it seems to take a lifetime to get one. Other option would be an injection but again was not given any indication when I would meet someone to discuss this.

Ready to get back to work too, I have a meeting with the company's medical team next week. Cannot wait to get back to work as starting to get cabin fever now.

Take care everyone.

Sandy

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Posted 19 Feb 2016 at 19:52

Its me again.

Can anyone tell me the best place to buy a Somarect vacuum pump. had a look online and there seems to be loads of different types on the market.

Don't want to waste money on cheap stuff and would like the proper thing.

Cheers.
Sandy.

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Posted 19 Feb 2016 at 19:56

Sanders, instead of wondering when someone will sort it out for you, why not just ask your GP to make a referral to the ED nurse or andrology clinic in your area? If the GP says it is the consultant's responsibility, phone the consultant's secretary and ask him/her to arrange it. Push for the injections or pellets or even the gel. As you have had non nerve-sparing, it is a waste of valuable time to hang around trying viagra or other tablets :-(

I would avoid buying a pump if you possibly can get it on prescription. The proper ones cost around £350 but are available free on the NHS in most CCG areas. The sex-toy kind that you get from Amazon or Ann Summers are nothing like the proper ones.

"Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards." Soren Kierkegaard

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Posted 19 Feb 2016 at 19:59

Sorry - my post crossed with yours.

In England I don't think you can buy a SomaErect - they are available by prescription only. NHS prescription = free. Private prescription = £350

"Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards." Soren Kierkegaard

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Posted 19 Feb 2016 at 20:06

Hi Lyne

Spoke to GP who put me on Viagra, told him about non nerve sparing but he told me to try them anyway.

He knew I had an appointment with consultant so probably left it for him but I will be making enquiries soon to try and get something done.

Your correct in the fact that tablets aren't doing any good and I am easting my time.

As regards the pump Lloyd pharmacy do them but you need a doctor's prescription. I cannot wait for one on Yhe NHS if it going to take months. Or even to get Yhe injections.

Thanks for the advice.

Sandy

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Posted 19 Feb 2016 at 20:06

Originally Posted by: Online Community Member

Its me again.

Can anyone tell me the best place to buy a Somarect vacuum pump. had a look online and there seems to be loads of different types on the market.

Don't want to waste money on cheap stuff and would like the proper thing.

Cheers.
Sandy.

Hi Sandy,

I bought this one online from this company........they are VAT exempt.... It's a good quality product

Luther

http://www.pharmacy2u.co.uk/erecaid-esteem-manual-vat-exempt-p1.html

User

Posted 19 Feb 2016 at 20:06

Even with supposedly full nerve sparing none of the tablets work in the slightest at 8 months. Pump is fab for exercise daily but not the real thing at all when it comes to the business - but beggars can't be choosers. Injections showing real promise but dose problems. If I get it right it will be good. Sneak off to the loo at 7am , woo the wife at 7.15 , just get it on at 7.30 , then two lurchers and a child stampede in at 7.45 !! Damn it.
My pump came from imedicare.com. It is a somaerect and is good. With a spare set of rings cost my GP £200. But you should really get a demo. If the rings aren't fitted it's useless.

User

Posted 19 Feb 2016 at 20:24

Thanks again guys.

Another visit to the GP needs to be arranged.

Cheers
Sandy

User

Posted 19 Feb 2016 at 20:53

Originally Posted by: Online Community Member

Hi Sandy,

I bought this one online from this company........they are VAT exempt.... It's a good quality product

Luther

http://www.pharmacy2u.co.uk/erecaid-esteem-manual-vat-exempt-p1.html

I stand corrected - I thought you could only buy this from overseas websites unless you had a prescription but apparently not. How shocking though that it is cheaper to the general public than to the GP practice!

The ErecAid Esteem is what John has and seems to be the most popular among prescribing ED nurses and GPs - I would go with this Sanders if you can afford it!

Note though that you don't have to buy the Erecaid lube - KY jelly might be cheaper at Tesco :-0

Edited by member 19 Feb 2016 at 20:54 | Reason: Not specified

"Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards." Soren Kierkegaard

User

Posted 25 Feb 2016 at 20:58

Hello folks
I test-drove the Viridal Duo 40mg injection today. This is the injectable form of Alprostadil which can also be in the form of gel ( Vitaros ) and Pellets ( Muse). Caverject is the biggest name for injections but has supply problems. Also , I was responding reliably well to 20mg Caverject but needed a higher dose. So my ED nurse and I went with this.
It is far far easier to use , with the syringe containing both the liquid and the powder , so no messing about with vials and 2 needles and " drawing-up " the solution.
My nurse suggested I go for 30mg and see what happens. Unfortunately I messed up the injection slightly ( my fault entirely - it can be awkward ) and only managed maybe 25 to 27 mg.
Very rapid results and an erection that cheered me to the very core I have to say. And a very useable one indeed with none of the vacuum pump issues. The injecting is not painful but I still had the painful throbbing ( though no worse for the higher dose ). Also it lasted maybe 2 hrs.
Anyway , that's enough detail , and despite all the other cr**p that this disease is bringing to us all , it made me happier than I've been in ages ( on the ED front ).
Much happier.
Chris

User

Posted 25 Feb 2016 at 21:05

Hi chris fantastic news 😊 hope you have shared this good news with your wife, so next is sorting out a child minder 😊 jx

User

Posted 25 Feb 2016 at 21:06

Hi Chris,

I don't think I have ever been happy to read about another man's erection? So you are a first! Hope you can achieve more and put them to good use mate?

dave

All we can do - is do all that we can.

So, do all you can to help yourself, then make the best of your time. :-)

I am the statistic.

User

Posted 25 Feb 2016 at 21:26

I used the cavajet 20 mg lkast night for a second attempt. Last time had no real reaction but an aching bollock so not sure if I got it slightly wrong. Anyway this time round a better result but still not enough to really work. The downside for me has been 2 hours of discomfort afterwards but this time it lasted for over 3 hours!
I must say it was not pleasant but not sure if in time if it will improve?

Glad it worked for you Chris, just shows how very individual we all are in the same boat lol

User

Posted 25 Feb 2016 at 21:32

Originally Posted by: Online Community Member

FFS.

Any pump may be better than no pump? A vacuum clear may be better than no pump?

"Es ist besser, schlecht zu fahren, als auch zu Fuß", as a friend of mine used to say to me.

Broadly speaking, it translates to "It is better to drive badly, than walk well". A German saying suggesting it is better to drive somewhere in a heap of a car than to walk somewhere in a splendid pair of shoes.

So to apply this to your situation. It may be better to have a "nothing like the proper" "sex toy"/"pump" from Ann Summers, than no pump.

And, unless someone has tried and tested all the pumps how can anyone say how they will perform? If it were me and my penile health were at risk, I would invest the £30 or so. I was prepared to buy a pump, £320, if my GP declined to offer me one on a script.

We can all complain about the lack of resources from the NHS, how we should be getting X, Y and Z. But you have the opportunity of a cheap fix on the Hi Street. I know what I would do. But, it's your bits.

dave

All we can do - is do all that we can.

So, do all you can to help yourself, then make the best of your time. :-)

I am the statistic.

User

Posted 25 Feb 2016 at 21:43

Hi Chris P
I think I used 5 with very hit and miss results , and then 3 on the run that were consistent but could obviously be better. I get throbbing pain and it's not nice but it's worth it for some poontang. Not sure about the aching nut though mate. Don't give up, today was worth the perseverance!!

User

Posted 25 Feb 2016 at 22:28

C & C

Take advice from your medical teams but an over the counter decongestant can neutralise the effects of muse and caverjet etc.

I have had mixed results with muse but apparently too much muse can prevent an erection, so I assume the same can be true of the other products.

For those not on treatments or not wanting to insert things into their bits try the following.

Google "flaccid intercourse" and go to the "making love is the best medicine" result and read the extract from the book. The only warning is, do it with the windows shut. If you get the technique right you will both enjoy yourself and you will understand about the windows. Chemicals are okay but I find the sensitivity of the penis is reduced.

Thanks Chris

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