Had my colon removed in 2006 and had my bladder removed in 2008, and before the surgeries, I had massive radiation and chemo. My question is, has anyone else had the problem of getting an erection? It sucks when your manhood is limp. I have many other ways to please, but straight intercourse is not happening.
kokomo
Dec 20, 2015 7:13 am
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Dec 30, 2015 3:31 am
I feel for you. I have had multiple sclerosis since 1985, and in 2000, after my ostomy surgery, I ended up totally disabled. The MS had already damaged my nerves, but when they tore everything out, I lost any chance of getting an erection. The pills used to work, but now, after the surgery, I have had to start using Edex shots. They take away the spontaneity that I enjoyed in the past, and even though I can now walk again with anything to help me, the shots did save that portion of my life. Next are implants, but from what I understand, that does reduce the size because of the lack of blood being used, but the shots are causing scar tissue, so soon they will stop working, so I will need to look into that surgery, which I am sure you are tired of being under the knife yourself. I would give the shots a chance since they worked for me.
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carlos77
Dec 30, 2015 7:02 pm
Same problem, same cause. Pills have almost no effect. Muse urethral suppositories have some effect but are quite uncomfortable; I use them occasionally.
Mostly rely on "other ways."
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mild_mannered_super_hero
Dec 31, 2015 12:06 pm
Yes, yes we do. This topic has been around several times before; it's quite common for men who have had radiation and surgery. My situation improved a little after about a year; remember that nerves heal very slowly.
The pills help me slightly, but nothing close to pre-surgery performance can be expected, at least in my case. I can only suggest that you seek out any method that produces results and concentrate on that. For me, a lot more time spent pre- and post-act enhances the experience. I would describe my sex life at 58 years as very good. Don't give up...quality over quantity.