Intro

I’ve been working on myself in other ways to compensate for the fact that I don’t have that same feeling of manhood...it’s like there’s something lost, there’s something gone, there’s something missing.

Grief is part of recovery

Partners may feel:

I didn’t think it would matter to me...but it matters... I was quite sad that our sex life had changed... It was like a mourning...

Partners feel grief after prostate cancer, too

How does grief impact your relationship after prostate cancer?

How do you work through grief together?

Is it normal to feel grief during sex? 

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It’s normal to feel grief during recovery from prostate cancer treatment. Acknowledging how you feel and getting support can help with recovery. 

Dealing with anger, grief and emotions during sex after prostate cancer

5 ways to care for your own mental health

5 ways to care for your mental health as a couple

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Paying attention to your mental wellbeing can help you better cope with changes to your sexual health after prostate cancer treatment.

Mental health tips for sexual recovery after prostate cancer

5 mental health tips to improve your sex life after prostate cancer

Why does leaking urine happen after prostate cancer surgery?

What can you do about urine leakage during sex?

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I seem to leak a bit just before orgasm, it has got better as my incontinence has improved. We’ve got used to it.

What can you do about urine leakage during sex? - CONTINUED

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Worried about leaking urine when you’re aroused or have an orgasm? Here are tips to ensure this doesn’t spoil your sexual experience

Leaking urine when having sex after prostate cancer surgery

Leaking urine when having sex after a prostatectomy

Types of penile implants

How do penile implants work?

How effective are penile implants?

Choosing a penile implant

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Penile implants can help you get erections back after prostate cancer surgery. Learn about the different types and if implants are a good choice for you. 

Using penile implants after prostate cancer surgery

Intro text

How does ED medication work?

How to get ED medication

Deciding which ED treatments you’re interested in

Other options for ED treatment

Remember:

ED treatment timeline: a month-by-month guide

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Understand the pros and cons of different ED treatments after prostate cancer, so you can choose what’s right for you.

Erectile dysfunction medication and devices: choosing what’s right for you

What is a penis pump?

Do penis pumps work?

How exactly do vacuum erection devices work?

Benefits of using penis pumps

What are some drawbacks of penis pumps?

So, what can you do to prepare for sex?

Using vacuum erection devices to get an erection: tips for success 

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Tips for getting erections after a radical prostatectomy with vacuum pumps. Find out how they work, pros and cons, and if they are a good option.

Using a penis pump to get an erection after prostate cancer surgery

Using a penis pump to get an erection after radical prostatectomy

Sensate focus exercises can help you:

How can sensate focus exercises help

Keep in mind:

How to do sensate focus exercises

Did you know?

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Learn how sensate focus exercises can help you and your partner reconnect sexually after prostate cancer treatment.

Using sensate focus exercises to reclaim sex and intimacy after prostate cancer treatment

Using sensate focus exercises to reclaim sex and intimacy after prostate cancer

Adapting to using erection medications and devices 

This way we have the best of both worlds, we can enjoy natural and spontaneous non-intercourse sex and then when we miss the feeling of penetrative sex, we use the injection.

Penile injections can be part of your toolbox

Using a sex prescription

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Wondering if sex after prostate cancer treatment can be spontaneous? Learn to adapt to new ways of having erections without losing the passion

Spontaneous sex after prostate cancer treatment 

Spontaneous sex after prostate cancer: coping with changes and keeping the passion

What happens to us sexually as we age? 

What kinds of sexual problems can older adults face?

Good sex is still possible when you’re older, even if it’s different. 

Consider setting goals for your sex life after prostate cancer

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There can be benefits to sex and intimacy that come with age, despite any changes experienced after prostate cancer treatment. 

Keeping your sex life strong while getting older

Sex and prostate cancer: keeping your sex life strong while getting older

How do penile injections work?

How long does it take for penile injections to work? 

You might experience:

But penile injections are usually considered when: 

How long do penile injections last? 

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Pros and cons of using penile injections, how they work and when to use them after prostate cancer surgery.

Using penile injections for ED after prostate cancer surgery

How do MUSE suppositories give you an erection?

Side effects of MUSE suppositories

Using urethral suppositories for ED: tips for success

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Learn how urethral suppositories for ED work and the best way to use them when you want to have sex.

Urethral suppositories for ED after prostate cancer surgery 

Urethral suppositories for ED: using MUSE after prostate cancer surgery 

Intro 

Masturbating and orgasms are good for your erections

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Experiencing erectile dysfunction after prostate cancer? Doctors recommend masturbation for ED recovery. Find out why it's beneficial and how it helps rehabilitation.

Masturbation for ED: getting pleasure after prostate cancer treatment

The goal of penile rehabilitation is to help you:

What is penile rehabilitation? 

Penile rehabilitation exercises

Why is penile rehabilitation after prostate cancer surgery important?

When can I start penile rehabilitation after prostate cancer surgery?

How long should I do penile rehabilitation for?

Tips for supporting a partner doing penile rehabilitation

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After prostate cancer treatment penile rehabilitation can help improve erections. Learn what is involved and when to do it.

Penile rehabilitation after a radical prostatectomy

Penile rehabilitation after a radical prostatectomy (surgery)

Not communicating can lead to:

Why it’s so hard for some guys (and couples) to open up 

Why you should talk with your partner about sex 

4 things to cover when talking about sex 

Getting ready for a good conversation

Use conversation starters to open up

Talking with your partner about erection troubles

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It can feel awkward talking about sex after prostate cancer treatment. Here are tips and activities for starting the conversation with your partner.

How to talk to your partner about sex after prostate cancer

Sex after prostate cancer: communicating with your partner or spouse

Intro 1

Can prostate cancer surgery affect you sexually

Trouble getting an erection 

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So, what can you do? 

Talk to your partner about your sex drive

Talk to your doctor

Look ahead

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Recovering from prostate cancer? Learn what you can do to get in the mood for sex and have enjoyable sexual encounters, with or without an erection.

Boosting your sex drive after prostate cancer surgery

Sex after prostate cancer: how to boost your sex drive

What do I need for a sex date?

Tips for success on date night

How to prioritize sex and intimacy with your partner

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Sex can still be amazing after prostate cancer. Plan the experience you want and explore different ways of having sexual pleasure.

Plan a sex date and prioritize your sex life after prostate cancer

Prostate cancer and sexless marriage: how planning a sex date can help

Why do orgasms change after prostate cancer surgery? 

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What exactly is a dry orgasm?

Will prostate cancer surgery make my orgasms feel different? 

For months I thought my sex life was over and I would never orgasm again. I was playing around in the shower and low and behold, ACTION! It was an incredible feeling.

Can I have an orgasm without an erection?

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Orgasms after prostate surgery can be different and it might take longer to climax. But they can still be amazing, even with erection troubles.

Changes to your orgasms after prostate cancer surgery

Dry orgasms: changes to your orgasms after prostate cancer surgery

Why does penis size change after prostate cancer surgery?

My partner kept reassuring me that it doesn’t matter, but it did to me. I did try the pump. My penis felt cold and strange but it did help.

What can you do about a shorter penis? 

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Penis size can change for some men after prostate surgery. Here’s what to expect and things you can do. 

Changes to your penis size after prostate surgery

Penis shrinkage after prostate surgery

Your questions about ED pills, answered.

4 things to keep in mind before starting erectile dysfunction pills 

Regular use of ED pills can help you:

Getting the most out of your ED medication after prostate cancer

Should I tell my partner I’m taking ED pills?

What if I like sex to be spontaneous?

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ED pills after prostate cancer surgery can help you have erections hard enough for sex and help with penile rehabilitation. Here's what you need to know.

Erectile dysfunction medication: taking ED pills 

Erectile dysfunction medication: what you need to know about ED pills

Will telling them about my ED ruin the moment? 

So, first of all, I have to figure out if I am interested or in the mood to engage in sex with my date. Then, I need to search for signs that my date is in the mood. I also have to figure out whether or not to tell [my date] that I am going to take an erection pill. Finally, I need to figure out new sexual activity routines—setting the mood with a romantic dinner and some red wine may not be the best approach anymore, given the negative impact of alcohol on erection pills.

Spontaneity has left the building 

Here are some options to consider: 

Disclosure: deciding what to tell your date

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Dating can be awkward when you have erectile dysfunction. Be prepared by deciding how much you want to share and when.

How do I tell my date about my erectile dysfunction? Should I?

How to talk about erectile dysfunction (ED) with a new partner

Changes to erections, leaking urine and other issues

What else changes after surgery for prostate cancer?

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Physical changes after prostate surgery

Prostate surgery isn't the end of your sex life. Know what physical changes to expect, from orgasms to penis size, so you can adapt and heal.

Physical changes to expect after prostate cancer surgery

Life after prostate cancer surgery: what bodily changes to expect

Can you be sexually active after prostate cancer?

What’s sexual wellbeing about?

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Your sexual wellbeing is just as important as the rest of you.

Is sexual wellbeing just about sex?

Working on sexual wellbeing and sex after prostate cancer: where to start

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Emotional and mental health

Working on your sexual wellbeing after prostate cancer treatment is about more than just sex. It also includes your thoughts, feelings and relationships.

Regaining your sexual wellbeing and mental health after prostate cancer

Maintaining intimacy after prostate cancer

Thought exercise: understanding intimacy

Thought exercise: what excites sexually

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Exercises and restoring intimacy

Get expert tips to help you maintain your sex life after prostate surgery and maintain intimacy, even without sexual intercourse or penetration.

Rebuilding sexual intimacy after prostate cancer treatment

Rebuilding sexual intimacy after prostate cancer

How to take charge of sexual recovery

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Getting and maintaining an erection

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