The penile prosthesis feel often raises doubts about physical perception after surgery, especially regarding penile firmness. Understand how the physical perception of the penis may be and which aspects are discussed regarding sexual life after surgery.
How does the penile prosthesis feel? This is one of the most frequent questions that men who received a surgical indication for erectile dysfunction or Peyronie’s disease want to know, after all, no one wants to experience a negative sensation during sexual intercourse.
The placement of the prosthesis aims to provide sufficient penile rigidity for penetration, according to clinical indication and individual adaptation. The surgery aims to restore mechanical support to penile rigidity, contributing to a functional sexual relationship, according to each patient’s adaptation.
Continue reading to learn more about the naturalness of the implanted penis. This information will be a decisive factor when opting for surgery for erectile dysfunction or Peyronie’s disease.
What Is a Penile Prosthesis and How Does It Work
The penile prosthesis is a device implanted inside the penis – more specifically inside the corpora cavernosa. It is indicated to treat severe cases of erectile dysfunction that did not respond to other established therapeutic lines.
The treatment comprises the placement of an inflatable or malleable penile prosthesis immediately after penile reconstruction, a stage in which the surgeon performs alignment and seeks to improve penile alignment and create adequate anatomical conditions for prosthesis implantation, within individual limits.
The implant has the function of providing complementary vertical firmness to the penis. In this way, the man will have an erection rigid enough for penetration and masturbation, allowing penetration according to individual response.
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Penile Prosthesis Feel: Is It Possible to Tell That It Is Not Natural?
It is very difficult to perceive the presence of a penile prosthesis, especially if the partner does not know that there is an implant.
In a sexual relationship, the expectation is that the man is already with an erect penis at the moment of penetration. Therefore, the changes that occur when the penis is flaccid may go unnoticed during the penile prosthesis feel.
How Does the Sexual Partner Perceive the Prosthesis During Sex?
For the sexual partner, the experience with the penile prosthesis tends to be positive.
The main difference noticed is related to erection. If previously the man could not achieve or had difficulty with erection, now it is enough to manipulate the malleable prosthesis or activate the inflatable prosthesis for the penis to become rigid.
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Another change concerns size and girth, especially for partners who had relationships with men affected by Peyronie’s disease. In most cases, reconstruction may allow improvements in penile dimensions, within the anatomical and neurovascular limits of each patient.
In addition, the partner may notice a man who is more secure, confident, and satisfied after the prosthesis, as he no longer runs the risk of failing at the moment of intercourse.
Does the Appearance of the Penis Change with the Prosthesis?
The penis may present a slight difference in appearance, but this is generally not perceived through the penile prosthesis feel.
Sensitivity and Pleasure with the Penile Prosthesis
In general, the surgery does not aim to alter sensitivity, which tends to be preserved, although the response may vary. On the contrary: the prosthesis may contribute to a functional sexual relationship, according to each patient’s adaptation.
For the man, it will still be possible to feel pleasure when the partner touches his penis, since the nerve responsible for sensitivity is preserved during surgery. The glans also remains sensitive, and the more aroused the man is, the greater the sensitivity will be.
As there is no loss of heat, due to the preservation of the corpora cavernosa and residual blood filling, there is no strangeness regarding penile temperature when the partner touches the organ.
Rigidity improves, which may increase the partner’s comfort and pleasure, while the man feels more secure and confident for sexual activity.
The orgasm also remains pleasurable; however, it is important to remember that arousal is necessary for it to occur.
In the first sexual encounters, orgasm may take longer or may not occur. This usually happens due to insecurity and the adaptation phase with the prosthesis. However, the adaptation process may vary, and emotional and individual factors influence sexual response.
Myths and Truths About Penile Prosthesis and Sexual Relations
As the penile prosthesis feel is a topic that raises many questions, it is time to explore the myths and truths involving the subject so that the patient can enjoy their sexual life:
“Those who have a penile prosthesis lose penile sensitivity”
Myth. The prosthesis is placed internally, preserving the nerves of the skin and glans, which remain sensitive to touch.
“It is possible to tell it is a prosthesis just by touching the penis”
Myth. External touch does not reveal the presence of the prosthesis, especially when the inflatable model is used and is deactivated.
“The penile prosthesis gives the penis a natural appearance and feel”
Truth. The appearance of the penis remains the same, except in cases where healing is impaired. As the implant is fully covered, the visual and tactile aspects are very close to natural.
“The person receiving penetration feels a difference with the prosthesis”
Myth. In general, the sexual partner hardly perceives the presence of the prosthesis, but notices improved rigidity, maintained body heat, and sexual performance may even be superior.
“The sexual partner only discovers the prosthesis if the man tells”
Truth. If the partner does not touch the penis in an investigative manner, they will hardly know about the existence of the prosthesis. The man may decide whether or not to disclose this information.
Sexual life with a penile prosthesis can be very positive. The penile prosthesis feel does not impact fundamental factors for sexual relations, such as penile firmness, temperature, texture, or arousal. However, prosthesis placement is a serious matter and should be carefully evaluated.
Rely on Dr. Paulo Egydio to have the necessary confidence before penile prosthesis surgery. Get in touch and have all your questions answered. Only then will you be able to make the best decision for your sexual life.
