Quote from: MrDoh on April 03, 2024, 03:38:44 PMI'm wondering if you might have a reference for this updated recommendation by Dr. Trost, I'd really love to read that. I've been searching for updates by him, and haven't found anything, so it would really help me if you can point me at where you might have seen this newer recommendation?

Thanks so much!

Here's a reference: https://www.peyroniesforum.net/index.php/topic,19228.0.html

Welcome back to the forum RFTC111. So back in 2004 did you ever start any traction or VED therapy? Is your peyronies just shortening or bends or deformities?  Are you currently in any pain?

I am not sure regarding the success of stem cells or peptides. I don't think there have been any clinical studies done. I would suggest you get started on Cialis or a similar drug to help with erections and inflammation. I would say that traction is worth a try as well as VED therapy. I would also seek out an actual peyronies Dr who has experience with this disease. Are you close to Chicago or Utah? Dr Levine is in Chicago and Dr Trost is in Utah. It is good that you are seeking out help with this. Welcome back! 

Mikel7

Awesome success ! It is amazing that your anxiety regarding having sex and not loosing your erection is now completely resolved! Another implant success story!

Hey guys! Long time!

I'm not sure how far out I am from surgery now, but probably about 4-5 months. I think last time I posted I said life was fully back to normal, and that is still true. I'm at a point where I really don't even think about my implant and I'm doing all the same things I did before Peyronies Disease.

Most important update first, I HAD SEX!

The first three months post op I just wanted to feel comfortable with my penis before I decided to try to jump into a sexual encounter. I've had many opportunities leading up to tonight but just didn't take them as I'm going through some major life changes right now with a new job, building a home, etc. Quite literally just didn't have time to date. But I met a girl recently and we went out tonight then back to her place after. Happy to report that sex was easy and as good, if not better than before. Given this was my first time using my implant-I think that says a lot. My initial plan was to go to the bathroom to pump up after we started kissing. However, while going down on her I decided to give pumping with one hand a try (which I practiced in advance), and was easily able to pump up within about 20 second discreetly. She had no idea. After this, it was pretty much the usual sex I would have had before Peyronies Disease. Zero pain, 100% enjoyable.

This is what I would say was different:

1. Normally when I'd go to have sex, I always worried I'd lose my erection, even before Peyronies Disease. I'd worry that when I put my condom on my dick would go soft. And then while it was soft, I'd be thinking so much about getting hard that now I can't get hard lol. I was successful 99% of the time, but always feared that 1% where I was overthinking for whatever reason. THIS TIME, I had complete confidence putting the condom, no rush...my erection wasn't going anywhere. I remember looking her in the eyes while putting it on while joking with her. I took my time and had more confidence than ever. This alone, knowing that you can have sex 100% of the time without fail, and never thinking about not being hard enough- it makes it all worth it.

2. For the first time in a LONG time I could have her on top and not even think twice. No worrying about my dick snapping in half. How satisfying...it was great.

When sex was over I just went to the bathroom, deflated, and mission accomplished.


Now for the more boring updates. My dick may have gotten slightly bigger from the cycling, I'm not sure I haven't measured and don't care to. It was big before and it's big now, so I'm not worried about an extra 1/4 inch. My dick is straight with no dents. I cycle one time a day for an hour as I did most of recovery. Again, the reason why is so I can maximize implant life. Perhaps if I was worried about gaining length I'd try to cycle twice a day and use a VED. Just doesn't make sense for me given my size.

I wear boxers all the time unless I'm running. I like to let my dick hang. I also still wear all of the same pants I wore before, and most work without showing my dick. But honestly even if someone does see my dick I don't care.

I will say my dick has started to hang much more natural than before. Dog ears are still present but obviously go away with pumping.

So happy with the outcome! Life is good!

Quote from: MrDoh on April 03, 2024, 03:38:44 PMI'm wondering if you might have a reference for this updated recommendation by Dr. Trost, I'd really love to read that. I've been searching for updates by him, and haven't found anything, so it would really help me if you can point me at where you might have seen this newer recommendation?

Thanks so much!

I'd also like to know the relation between my side bend and my upward bend. Are the two related, or are they completely different? I can't feel plaque anywhere, but there still a structural dent or caved in portion that I can feel as I get erect on the left side of my penis.  I can't feel anything structurally caved in when I get erect and my penis starts to curve upward.

Thanks, just some unknowns

Hey, brother! Welcome to the forum!

I'm not experienced with implants but I believe if you regularly go biking then a malleable implant would be uncomfortable as it always stays hard but it's more durable than a 3 piece implant.

I hope other members can help you better.

I am new to this site,    I have had an implant since 2019, coloplast Titan, it failed a couple of weeks ago and I am looking for a replacement to the Titan, looking into the malleables and their longevity.  The titan was nice but failed after just 5 yrs, seems like it should have lasted forever, I do go bicycling as well as pickleball but think the bicycling may have did something with the tubing inside, just thoughts.

4/3/24 22 days post op
I had my 3 week follow up appointment yesterday and the doctor said things are healing nicely. I still have quite a bit of swelling in my scrotum but it's better than it was a week ago. Dr. Karpman cleared me for sex, which is amazing news!
I'm happy with this news, but I have mixed emotions because I want my healing to be further along. I think I just need to keep my focus on this being a marathon and not a sprint to full recovery.
Last night, I had sex with my wife and it was amazing, but I realized I still have a lot further to go before getting back to normal. The crazy good thing was I never lost my erection, even though I kept checking. The emotional healing is just as important as the physical and I know both will take time.

Quote from: tsp on March 31, 2024, 04:19:43 PMDr Trost recommends counter-bending in each direction except the directions of the bends. The possible exception is the upward bend - straight traction is sufficient for that. He also recommends starting with the straight stretch for at least 10 minutes and then counterbending.

In your case, I'd do 15 minutes straight followed by 15 minutes right.

I'm wondering if you might have a reference for this updated recommendation by Dr. Trost, I'd really love to read that. I've been searching for updates by him, and haven't found anything, so it would really help me if you can point me at where you might have seen this newer recommendation?

Thanks so much!