Connect
← Return to ED after prostatectomy? Any first hand experiences overcoming it?
Discussion
ED after prostatectomy? Any first hand experiences overcoming it?
Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Dec 7 7:30am | Replies (37)Comment receiving replies
I started Trimix #8 injections in October. My urologist had me start at 50 units with instructions to go up/down 10 units from there each time with a max of 100 units which is where I eventually ended up. The injections had a positive effect, but not enough for penetration. I am now on Trimix #9 using the same process (latest injection was 90 units) with similar results unfortunately. There has also been some discomfort along the top of the penis that lingers after sex for a few hours. The discomfort seems to be worse with #9 than it was with #8. I understand this happens with a certain percentage of men and it will be part of my next discussion with the urologist coming up soon. Hoping to find the right medicine and the right dosage soon.
Replies to "I started Trimix #8 injections in October. My urologist had me start at 50 units with..."
Dgd I found Trimix was uncomfortable for @ 1 hour afterwards so laid back in recliner helped a lot. After @ 6 months I find there is no longer discomfort, I guess my body adjusted to it. I am very happy with Trimix, very effective for me 90 minutes of erection. I think doctor can adjust the concentration of your mix so you can use less with same effect. Ask doctor questions about any problems is sometimes needed because sometimes they may assume everything is good.
I am at 26 units now was up to 35 at one point. Hope to best for you.
Connect
I’m hoping they can find something that works for you. I tried TRIMIX but had to abandon it because of lingering pain. I am now on BIMIX, 40 units which seems to get the job done.
May I respectfully suggest you ask your urologist if you can also take either a full 100 mg dose of sildenafil which is generic Viagra or at least 50 mg. If you’ve got blood flow issues that may get you where you need to be.
One of my good friends who is also a prostate cancer Survivor never found a recipe that got him to where he needed to be so eventually he went with an implant. His recovery was unusually long; three months but once he got over that he’s been delighted with the results.
If in the future, injections, no longer get the job done for me. I will consider an implant. My friend tells me it’s well worth the short-term pain and recovery.
Best wishes for success and achieving the quality of life you want to live.