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.
There is not much blood flowing through the penis when it is flaccid (soft), but as an erection starts to happen much more blood goes into the penis, fresh blood full of oxygen, and this oxygen gets into all of the cells inside the penis, to keep them healthy.
As well as that, the regular night time erections keep the penis, and all the cells and tissues within it, very elastic and stretchy.
When a man stops having erections, such as might happen after prostate cancer surgery when the nerves to the penis are not working, the cells in the penis become hypoxic (low in oxygen) and this permanently damages those cells so that they don’t work properly in the future. The penis becomes less elastic, won’t stretch and won’t trap enough blood inside for a firm erection any longer.
The penis permanently loses length and girth.
This is why we encourage men, after prostate cancer surgery especially, to start doing something to keep the penis healthy, like a vacuum device to maintain length, and regular erection medication to encourage more blood into the penis, because for everyday they wait they are losing both length and girth of the penis.
This lost length can never be fully recovered by any surgery, including implant surgery, so, for the best cosmetic results after anything that causes erectile dysfunction, the sooner a man has a penile implant the better, and we know that they are also the best treatment for providing spontaneous and long-lasting erection strength.
When seeking a men’s health provider in Australia—particularly for issues like erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease, penile implants, or male infertility—it’s crucial to ensure your specialist is properly trained and accredited.
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.
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.
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 Christopher Love, urologist and men’s health specialist takes your calls and discusses the risk factors for erectile dysfunction. Listen Now Read more about Erectile
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