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what devices can help a male achieve orgasam after radiation treatment for prostate cancer

by Dr. Christian Kohler III Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago

Devices: A vacuum, or "penis pump," pulls blood into your penis. These tools work best for men who can get an erection but can't keep it. Or a surgeon could place implants in your penis to help you have an erection.May 12, 2021

Can you still orgasm after prostate cancer?

Surgery to remove the prostate Your testicles will still make sperm cells but they will be reabsorbed back into your body. You are still able to have an orgasm, but it will be a dry orgasm. Some men say that a dry orgasm without semen feels normal. But other men find that their orgasm is less intense and pleasurable.

How can I orgasm after prostatectomy?

Men can achieve an orgasm on their own with manual stimulation or with a partner through manual or oral stimulation. Just remember that an erection is not needed. Using a vibrator on the head of penis is often helpful. Vibration can stimulate the nerves in the penis and increase the signals being sent to the brain.

Does Viagra work after prostate radiotherapy?

Radiation sometimes affects the ability for a person to have a normal erection. Complete loss of erections after radiation treatment can happen in 40-50% of treated patients. There are medications, like sildenafil (also known as Viagra), that can help the ability to get back erections in almost 70% of such patients.

Does Cialis Work after prostate radiation treatment?

The researchers found that at 28 and 30 weeks after the start of radiation therapy, 79 percent of those who received Cialis maintained erectile function compared with 74 percent of those who received placebo -- a difference of 5 percent.

What is a normal PSA level after radiation?

Recent studies have shown that for optimal results, PSA levels should be lower than 1 ng/ml, and even lower than 0.5 ng/ml. Levels that are above 1 or 2 ng/ml 12 to 18 months following completion of radiation treatments are very worrisome, because they indicate that the cancer may not have been eradicated.

Can you still get an erection if prostate is removed?

This means you can't get or keep an erection that's hard enough for penetration. But even if you have ED after your treatment, you can still have an orgasm. In fact, most men can have one without an erection.

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