Most men who have normal sexual function and receive treatment for early prostate cancer regain erectile function and can have satisfying sex lives after robotic prostatectomy. However, it is a gradual process and may take up to a year. Very few of our patients experience erectile dysfunction, but we work closely with those who do. Penile rehabilitation can help you resume sexual functioning.
Studies show that going for too long without blood flow to the penis can damage the muscle and tissue, which can affect your ability to have erections on your own. The goal of penile rehabilitation is to keep the penile tissue and muscles oxygenated and stretched to preserve erectile function while the nerves in the penis fully recover.
We encourage our patients to start working on penile rehabilitation even before surgery. Pre-operative visits could include early evaluation, penile Doppler studies a test of blood flow into and out of the penis , and testosterone level estimations, if our experts feel that your particular case could benefit from these evaluations.
Post-operative rehabilitation usually starts a few weeks later and may include the following treatment options to maximize your chances of recovery. Find a Doctor Request an Appointment.
