Does an implant stop Peyronie’s from getting worse?

[Michiganguy19]

Please everyone read this post. Crazy I ask this and then this post happens. This is what I'm afraid of..

https://www.peyroniesforum.net/index.php/topic,19474.0.html

[Stepone]

Wow!
I think you need to find another urologist!
I am so sorry you have had to go through this.
I hope you can find an expert to help you.
StepOne  

[Michiganguy19]

As it is now I cancelled my implant same day I was suppose to get it. Because urologist said I would lose 2 inches off erect penis after surgery. Big mistake as I stretched it out same day having an erection over an hour to make room for larger implant. Damaged thing worse and am currently an inch less flaccid than I was before.

Now urologist says I need to wait 3 months to reschedule surgery. I honestly can not wait that long.

Also reading adds post about post implant Peyronie's progression it seems Peyronie's can get worse after implant. I know mine will.

I have lost all hope.  

[Hawk]

It is the collective opinion of the leadership of the Peyronies Disease Society that no one should get an implant from a novice surgeon who does not specialize in implants. Anyone who has never performed more than 25 implants in a year can usually be considered a complete novice. If your surgeon is not doing volume with high success rates, it is a roll of the dice with a significantly higher chance that you will have a substandard outcome.  It is true that even with a substandard outcome, you might get some improvement over doing nothing, but that is not a level this forum is comfortable with.

On the other hand, when someone like MichiganGuy is trying to decide between:
1. An implant
2. Doing nothing with a totally unusable penis
3. A penectomy
4. Suicide

If you cannot decide which choice is best, then there is very little this forum can do to help.  What you need at that point is professional psychological counseling.  At a glance, even a casual observer with no education about implants or men's health can see that three of these choices offer zero chance of improvement.  Each choice is worse than the choice above it. Only one choice offers a chance of improvement, with very little chance of making your penis less usable. The degree to which the odds tilt in your favor depends on the surgeon's skill.  Surgeons range from blundering novices who care only about money to masters who hone their craft, innovate, and care deeply about their patients.  They know how to handle any complication they run into because there is nothing they have not encountered.

Further discussion of this topic and these 4 choices is a waste of time. You pick the best choice, then decide what you can do within your means and access to improve the outcome of that choice.  That is where we come in and can be of great help.


To MichiganGuy:  If you decide on an implant, we will help guide you through the process well before - thru well after surgery.  If you have decided against an implant, then there is no point in posting on the Implant board. It gains nothing for you or the forum.  

[RexRG]

Just an aside. I asked AI how to interview a Peyronie's surgeon. It responded:

When preparing to interview a Peyronie's surgeon before proceeding with treatment, it's important to gather information that will help you make an informed decision. Here are some key questions you can ask during the interview:

1. Experience and Credentials:
  - How long have you been performing surgeries for Peyronie's disease?
  - What is your success rate with Peyronie's surgery?
  - Are you board-certified? If so, which board(s) are you certified by?

2. Treatment Options:
  - What are the different surgical options available for Peyronie's disease?
  - Which procedure do you recommend for my specific condition, and why?
  - Can you explain the risks and potential complications associated with the recommended procedure?

3. Surgical Approach:
  - How will the surgery be performed? Will it be an open surgery or a minimally invasive procedure?
  - What type of anesthesia will be used, and what are the associated risks?
  - How long is the typical recovery period after surgery, and what can I expect during that time?

4. Surgeon's Case Volume:
  - How many Peyronie's surgeries have you performed in the past year?
  - What is your overall experience with this procedure?
  - Can you provide any patient testimonials or references from previous patients?

5. Postoperative Care and Support:
  - What kind of postoperative care will be required?
  - How often will I need to follow up after the surgery, and what will those visits entail?
  - Are there any potential long-term complications or considerations I should be aware of?

6. Alternative Treatments:
  - Are there any non-surgical or less invasive treatment options available?
  - What are the potential benefits and risks of these alternative treatments compared to surgery?
  - How do these alternatives compare to surgery in terms of success rates and long-term outcomes?

Remember, this is not an exhaustive list of questions, but it should help you gather essential information during your interview. Take notes during the interview and don't hesitate to ask for clarification if you don't fully understand something. It's also a good idea to consult with more than one surgeon to get different perspectives and make an informed decision based on your specific needs.

[Hawk]

I will add that when considering an implant surgeon, I would follow these recommendations.
https://www.peyroniesforum.net/index.php/topic,10810.msg100840.html#msg100840
 

[RexRG]

I will add that when considering an implant surgeon,

Great list, Hawk. I'll print it and the AI list and bring along to the surgeon visit next month.  

[Pfract]

So... do you have any update for us, Michigan guy?

[Michiganguy19]

So... do you have any update for us, Michigan guy?

As of now I had cancelled the implant. My urologist had guaranteed me erect length would be no more than flaccid length pulled.

As of the time of making this thread, I was 11cm pulled.

Freaking out and things getting worse I hopped on cialis 20mg and used a pump flaccid trying to regain some size. Also trying to get an erection daily to stretch tissue.

As it stands now, I've made things much worse. I'm now only 2in flaccid even in a relaxed state. My penis no longer hangs down, but sticks straight out unless I manually force it down and wear tight underwear.

I messed up guys. No hope for me anymore. I have an appt on Monday at U of M urology for penile reconstruction surgery. I am not sure what is going to happen to me now but I'm terrified.

I've looked at pictures of phalloplasty and cannot accept it. And I cannot live like this. It's too uncomfortable to even walk.