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I’ve had three Zometa infusions so far. The first two were rough—intense twitching, fever, chills, basically like a really bad flu. The third one, though, was completely fine; I was even back to working out the next day.

I was pretty worried about ONJ, especially since a family friend’s wife nearly lost her jaw from it. But both my oncologist and my dentist have reassured me that the risk is much higher in cases of poor oral health, implants, extractions, or bone-related oral surgery, since Zometa affects how quickly bone cells turn over. I’ve never needed an extraction or implant and only have one cavity, so that’s reassuring. My dentist is keeping a close eye on things, and I’ll likely have more dental X-rays, but so far it doesn’t seem to be an issue.

Before my last infusion, I started taking a calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin K supplement, and I also had an extra bag of fluids during the infusion. I’m planning to stick with that approach—I want to get the full benefit of the Zometa. Wishing you the best of luck!!

Thank you both for your responses. It’s  pretty much confirmed my own thoughts, in that the implant Isn’t worth the hassle.

The injections didn’t really work for me. They didn’t last long and also led to a distension of the penis, which is why I was taken off them. Also, as I don’t have a long-term, understanding and sympathetic partner, the procedure involved is unlikely to be the beginning of a beautiful friendship

Thanks anyway, though

Hello.  I have a penile implant.  My advice would be to exhaust all other options first.  I am not 100% satisfied with the implant, but it has been 100% effective in that I can have an erection at the push of a button.

Hi, Albie.

Welcome to the forum, mate.

There are very few blokes on here who've had  penile implants. We've temporarily lost our search facility so I cant direct you to conversations on the subject.

As far as I can remember, most have found the op a bit problematic and haven't been totally satisfied with the results. 

I know I was once considering the procedure but decided not to after doing various research.

I'm not medically trained but from your history it seems that you've been 'cancer free' for 11 years, but have had no erections during that time. I'm wondering whether this inactivity and the likelihood of penile atrophy would effect your suitability for the procedure.

I'm surprised that youve found penile injections ineffective. Are you sure that you were injecting correctly?

A few weeks ago another poster asked a similar question to yours. He'd found injections didn't work, but after questioning his injection technique, he tried them again and they were effective.

This conversation may help you.

https://community.prostatecanceruk.org/posts/t29845-Hooray-for-Invicorp

My advice, and the advice from at least a couple of the lads who've had implants, would be to give injections another go, before deciding on any operation.

Best of luck. 👍

Hi,

I’m 63, diagnosed with PC in 2015. I had a succesful protastectomy that year, though it was a close run thing. Since then, yearly PSA tests have revealed 0.5 or lower. I consider myself extremely lucky.

However, I lost one set of nerves. Since then, despite pumps, pills and injections, I’ve been unable to achieve anything like a proper erection. Sensitivity in that area is pretty much non-existent. It’s depressing and frustrating, though I’ve coped with it.
That said, I’ve lately been considering a penile implant. I was briefed on this when I had the operation, but I was also warned about the complications, namely infections, which was enough to put me off at the time. Sounded ghastly.

So, has anyone who’s had this procedure got any thoughts to share, good or bad ? Is it even worth it at such an age , and do the positives outweigh the negatives ?

It’d be much appreciated . Thank you.

My wife and I were having problems with intercourse before the implant because following her hysterectomy, I was too large for her, especially using the vacuum pump. So, I asked for the implant with the narrowest rods, and was given the AMS 700. During the 6 week wait period, she started to use dildos to try to enlarge herself.

We tried sex after the 6 weeks was up, and although difficult, managed a bit. She's happier with the implant anyway compered with the pump and injections, mainly because I used to loose my erections very quickly, which was useless. This is much better.

One other minor thing: UCL recommend more comfortable underware, but nobody gives any idea which type might be best. After trying various kinds, I've found '3 pack modal blend trunks' from Cotton Traders to be very comfortable.

Telephone review with UCL in June.

She said that put me in a rare group who for some unknown reason, don't feel any post-op pain.

Also, she showed me how to inflate and deflate the implant, which was OK, except for difficulty finding the deflation button. When I got home, I still couldn't find it, so I was walking about for a week with a half inflated penis. A bit uncomfortable under the trousers, but when I went back again today, she told me what I was doing wrong, so hopefully it will be sorted.

Thanks for the update. I can only think of one other person on here who has had an implant. Increasing the information out there will help others decide if this is the thing to do.

After a couple of delays, I had the implant on 21st January. As far as I can tell, it all went well. They had to find somewhere else to put the reservoir as there was a hernia mesh close to where it usually goes. Before I went to UCLH, I had been taking Tramadol for pain relief on my knee, and I was advised to keep taking it when I was there. So, my pain experience is probably not reliable. The only discomfort is with the area where they inserted the reservoir. Not surprising really - any abdominal surgery is likely to be painful afterwards.

I stayed overnight and went home the next day by taxi (I live not far from UCL), carefully avoiding speed bumps.

Not encountered any issues with the scrotum where the pump is, nor the penis itself. Maybe they're using a new pump, but it doesn't feel uncomfortable, or heavy.

They left me with the penis partially inflated. It doesn't show when I've got my clothes on. 

Like everyone else, I'm seeing the team again in 2 weeks. The staff at Westmoreland St were excellent, calm, kind and clearly very experienced.

Before going home, I asked if I could drive, and they said it was quite OK providing it was for short distances, and I didn't have any sudden pains. I also asked about bending to put on shoes and doing up shoelaces, and again they said no problem, just take it easy. I think a pair of slip-on shoes might be a good idea.

Mike

Edited: by member 23 Jan 2026 at 11:25  | Reason: Entered name

Hello, mate.

As a big fan of Invicorp, I'm sorry to hear that you've found it a bit hit or miss. The more I inject, the better my technique, and the better the results. 

Obviously penile injections will not work for everyone, but I'm pretty sure that they work for most.

Before I'd have a penile implant, I'd want to be 100% certain that it wasn't my injection technique that was affecting the efficacy of Invicorp.

I don't know if this link to my conversation on Invicorp will be any help to you.

https://community.prostatecanceruk.org/posts/t29845-Hooray-for-Invicorp

Whatever you decide, good luck, mate.👍

Edited: by member 21 Jan 2026 at 23:42  | Reason: Typo