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Problems with Trimix?

Posted by rnpalarino1 @rnpalarino1, Oct 15, 2024

My Prostate was removed several years ago. I have used Trimix to help with erections. Last week I injected and everything worked fine. However I developed a lump at the injection site. It has been over one week and while the lump has gotten smaller it persists. Should I be concerned? This has never happened before and I have been using Trimix for awhile.

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byng94 | @byng94 | Apr 11 9:49am

Thanks for this. I gave up on the vacuum device as the ring (despite the tight fit) could not maintain the erection. Maybe I needed a better pump. I did read that it’s useful for reminding the penis that it can actually get bigger and harder!

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Jeff Marchi | @jeffmarc | Apr 11 11:50am
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@byng94 I have similar experiences with Trimix working to a point where it is good for oral sex, but not penetration. My solution has been to inject Trimix, then use a vacuum erection device (ved) after a few minutes. The ved adds a little extra firmness and using a constriction ring prevents blood from leaking out of the penis thus maintaining an erection for up to 30 minutes.

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@dgd1953
One of the Mayo Clinic doctors discussed the type of problem you’re having with using the injection.

The problem is that the tubes inside the penis have a hole in them that prevents the erection from staying around. Using the pump and The ringing stops that leakage, but obviously not for long. Other people have much longer erection retention with the injection. I refer you to the video so you could watch it but unfortunately, Mayo is unable to get the videos to work outside of Mayo, Something they were working on getting resolved.

You would be a perfect case for installing an implant. That would allow you to get an erection without it leaking out. They are very popular, close to 90% of the people with them are very satisfied. You keep the erection as long as you want to,

Here are slides that discuss the implant and using the injection. The most common implant device in use today is The AMS 700™ Inflatable Penile Prosthesis is a leading 3-piece device used to treat erectile dysfunction, designed for natural appearance, rigidity, and easy concealment. It features antibiotic impregnation (InhibiZone) to reduce infection risk, with models offering girth expansion (CX), length preservation (LGX), or narrower options
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dgd1953 | @dgd1953 | Apr 12 8:17am
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@dgd1953
One of the Mayo Clinic doctors discussed the type of problem you’re having with using the injection.

The problem is that the tubes inside the penis have a hole in them that prevents the erection from staying around. Using the pump and The ringing stops that leakage, but obviously not for long. Other people have much longer erection retention with the injection. I refer you to the video so you could watch it but unfortunately, Mayo is unable to get the videos to work outside of Mayo, Something they were working on getting resolved.

You would be a perfect case for installing an implant. That would allow you to get an erection without it leaking out. They are very popular, close to 90% of the people with them are very satisfied. You keep the erection as long as you want to,

Here are slides that discuss the implant and using the injection. The most common implant device in use today is The AMS 700™ Inflatable Penile Prosthesis is a leading 3-piece device used to treat erectile dysfunction, designed for natural appearance, rigidity, and easy concealment. It features antibiotic impregnation (InhibiZone) to reduce infection risk, with models offering girth expansion (CX), length preservation (LGX), or narrower options

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@jeffmarc Thanks for your input, but I’m not really having a problem. The Trimix/ved combo works great for me. The Trimix gets me to a certain point (about 7 or 8 out of 10) and lasts for an hour. The ved gets me the rest of the way and the constriction ring prevents any leakage. The ring cannot stay on for more than 30 minutes (some urologists prefer 20 min), but that’s plenty of time for my wife and me. And when the ring comes off, I still have a lesser erection from the Trimix for the rest of the hour. So no need for an implant here.

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dgd1953 | @dgd1953 | Apr 12 8:21am
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Thanks for this. I gave up on the vacuum device as the ring (despite the tight fit) could not maintain the erection. Maybe I needed a better pump. I did read that it’s useful for reminding the penis that it can actually get bigger and harder!

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@byng94 I assume you realize that the rings come in different sizes. I had to try several before I found one that was the right diameter to keep the blood in the penis. And yes, the ved is a great tool for penile rehabilitation. I use mine almost daily for exactly the reasons you mentioned.

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rlpostrp | @rlpostrp | Apr 13 2:21pm
In reply to @jeffmarc "@dgd1953 One of the Mayo Clinic doctors discussed the type of problem you’re having with using..." + (show)
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@dgd1953
One of the Mayo Clinic doctors discussed the type of problem you’re having with using the injection.

The problem is that the tubes inside the penis have a hole in them that prevents the erection from staying around. Using the pump and The ringing stops that leakage, but obviously not for long. Other people have much longer erection retention with the injection. I refer you to the video so you could watch it but unfortunately, Mayo is unable to get the videos to work outside of Mayo, Something they were working on getting resolved.

You would be a perfect case for installing an implant. That would allow you to get an erection without it leaking out. They are very popular, close to 90% of the people with them are very satisfied. You keep the erection as long as you want to,

Here are slides that discuss the implant and using the injection. The most common implant device in use today is The AMS 700™ Inflatable Penile Prosthesis is a leading 3-piece device used to treat erectile dysfunction, designed for natural appearance, rigidity, and easy concealment. It features antibiotic impregnation (InhibiZone) to reduce infection risk, with models offering girth expansion (CX), length preservation (LGX), or narrower options

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@jeffmarc Hey Jeff - helpful hint: you may want to edit your screen shots to omit the photos of the guys who were viewing the same online presentation. It is a privacy issue, therefore a courtesy issue. Just sayin'.

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Jeff Marchi | @jeffmarc | Apr 13 6:53pm
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@jeffmarc Hey Jeff - helpful hint: you may want to edit your screen shots to omit the photos of the guys who were viewing the same online presentation. It is a privacy issue, therefore a courtesy issue. Just sayin'.

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@rlpostrp
Before the recording is started, they always warn people to change their names, emove their names or turn off their cameras if they don’t want to be recorded.

People know what’s going on and have decided not to make any changes.

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71/502 | @brucerichardson | Jun 28 4:12pm
In reply to @harvey44 "James, I've never tried the Trimix gel. Is in injected into the urethra? If fact I've..." + (show)
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James, I've never tried the Trimix gel. Is in injected into the urethra? If fact I've just recently heard about it's use in this group.

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@harvey44 the Trimix is pretty darn good. I have been using it about six months and I am 85% satisfied with the results. Nothing works as good as it did before the cancer. NOTHING.

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Jake | @jakedduck1 | Jun 28 7:25pm
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@byng94
This was covered at one of the Mayo Clinic’s monthly meetings. The problem is that in some cases the lining around the penis gets damaged and leaks, as a result It’s impossible to get an erection that will stay for any amount of time..

In that case, the real solution is getting an implant. While, it sounds sort of unconventional they turn out to be very popular, almost 90% of the people that get them really like them.. They can just pump up to a full erection and work just like a normal one. It is covered by insurance to have one put in. Other people in this forum have used them and have been very pleased.

I will include some slides from the talk so you can get an idea what’s going on.

The same company that creates the AUS (Artificial urinary sphincter) That stops Incontinence they have an implant that works very well. Here is a link to the device.
https://www.bostonscientific.com/us/en/healthcare-professionals/products/penile-prosthesis/ams-700-inflatable-penile-prosthesis/fp00000138.html

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@jeffmarc
"the lining around the penis gets damaged and leaks"
Is the above the same as a venous leak?
Thanks,
Jake

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graybeard46 | @graybeard46 | Jun 29 7:15am
In reply to @graybeard46 "Guess I’m not the only one having trouble with Trimix, yesterday I tried it for my..." + (show)
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Guess I’m not the only one having trouble with Trimix, yesterday I tried it for my 4 time and increased as I was told to .20 my previous time gave me only a partial erection and was painfull the whole time swollen and stinging pain . Last night same experience but worse , almost went to the ER pain was intense and barely big enough for penetration. I’ve watched several good videos every time before I inject I’m confident that I’m doing everything right but no feelings when penetration other than intense pain stinging and burning. Have a zoom scheduled not sure what they can do , afraid to try again if this continues. Anyone experience this reaction?

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@graybeard46 yes went to ER twice Dr changes the injections to Bimjx but that didn’t work either but no burning pain . Try it

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Jeff Marchi | @jeffmarc | Jun 29 12:25pm
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@jeffmarc
"the lining around the penis gets damaged and leaks"
Is the above the same as a venous leak?
Thanks,
Jake

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@jakedduck1
That is exactly the same. That’s where the implant becomes so beneficial.

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