Use it or Lose It

You may have heard it said, “If you don’t use it, you’ll lose it.”

That really does apply to the penis in relation to penis length and girth.

Men normally have a number of erections each night, whilst they sleep. These were always scoffed about as being related to “dirty dreams” etc., but urologists have understood in recent years that these night-time erections are a part of the normal body function, to keep the penis healthy.

Exploring Different Types of Penile Implants

Welcome to a comprehensive exploration of penile implants, an remarkable solution that has transformed the treatment of erectile dysfunction. As you read this informative blog, written by Dr. Christopher Love, a respected urological surgeon specializing in penile implant surgery, you’ll gain insights into the diverse range of penile implant options available. This blog also sheds light on leading manufacturers, Coloplast, Rigicon, and Boston/AMS, all of which have contributed significantly to this field.

Your Guide to Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile Dysfunction is defined as the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse, and it can have a significant impact on quality of life and relationships.

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common problem that affects many men in Australia and around the world.

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, around one million men in Australia experience ED. In Australia, the prevalence of ED is highest among men aged 60-69 years, with around 70% of men in this age group experiencing some degree of ED.

Dr Love discusses ED with Dr Ross Walker

Dr Love was featured on the Healthy Living Podcast with Dr Ross Walker across 3AW, 2GB, 4BC and 6PR. Read more about Erectile Dysfunction Read more Dr Love news…

Dr Love chats to TripleM about the stigma around ED

Dr Love was fortunate to catch up with the TripleM team to discuss the stigma around ED and the range of treatment options available. Listen Now Read more about Erectile Dysfunction Read more Dr Love news…

Many Australian men struggle with erectile dysfunction but treatment is available

Erectile dysfunction should not be treated as a ‘locker room joke’. Source: News Regional Media

This is a great article about one of my patient’s experiences with ED, the mental health and relationship issues it caused, and how erectile restoration surgery with a penile implant has improved their lives. As part of Men’s Health Week, Dr Christopher Love is calling on Australians to stop treating ED as some sort of “boy’s […]

Lower urinary tract symptoms and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

Old problems, new solutions. Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a common cause of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). Newer medications and minimally invasive treatments are now available in Australia, although the long-term outcomes are as yet unknown. Common questions asked by GPs and patients are answered here. Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) affect millions of men […]

Peyronie’s Disease: Underdiagnosed and Untreated

The development of a bent erection, usually for no obvious reason, causes real concern to men who develop Peyronie’s disease (PD), and there is reluctance to talk about it. François Gigot de La Peyronie first described the condition in 1743, but we still do not understand it fully and it has proven resistant to ‘cure’. […]

Peyronie’s Disease: Watch out for the Bend

Peyronie’s disease is a relatively common condition in urological practice, but is still poorly identified and understood in the wider medical community and by most of the public. Identifying the condition and appropriate referral for expert opinion can significantly lessen the physical and psychological effect on patients. The objective of this article is to provide […]