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ED After Prostate Surgery or Radiation: What Do Men Ask?
The short answer
ED after prostate surgery or radiation is a common concern for men in Ontario who have been through prostate cancer treatment, and MAMBA Men's Clinics offers a private place to talk about it. Care at MAMBA works alongside your urology team. A complimentary consult covers which options fit your situation.
In this article
Key takeaways
- ED after prostate surgery or radiation is a common concern.
- Penile rehabilitation is the term for structured erectile care after prostate treatment.
- MAMBA works alongside your urology or cancer care team.
- A complimentary consult covers which options fit your situation.
Why does ED after prostate surgery happen?
ED after prostate surgery happens because the prostate sits close to the nerves and blood vessels involved in erections. Surgery or radiation in that area can affect how erections work.
This is a common and understandable concern for men who have had a prostatectomy or radiation therapy. Talking about it openly is part of looking after your health after cancer treatment.
Why do men ask about erections after prostate cancer treatment?
Men ask because intimacy and confidence matter, and they want to know what options exist. Many feel they did not get enough time to discuss this during cancer care.
- They want to understand what changed
- They want to know which options are open to them
- They want a private, unhurried conversation
- They want care that fits with their urology plan
What is penile rehabilitation?
Penile rehabilitation is the term for a structured plan of erectile care after prostate surgery or radiation. It can combine different approaches over time.
Plans are built one man at a time, and the specifics of what a plan could include for you are covered at a complimentary consult. Your clinician explains each option in plain words.
What options do men ask about after prostate surgery or radiation?
Men usually ask about prescription pathways, in-clinic treatments and support for confidence and relationships. Which ones fit depends on your history and goals.
| Option | What it is | Where at MAMBA |
|---|---|---|
| Medication pathways | Prescription options reviewed by a clinician | Virtual, anywhere in Ontario |
| Focused shockwave | Needle-free treatment with the Medispec OmniSpec ED-1000 | Oshawa and Kitchener |
| Penile PRP | The Venom Shot, also called the P-Shot | Participating clinics |
| Counselling and support | Help with confidence and relationships | Discussed in your plan |
See the ED assessment and medication pathways and penile PRP and Venom Shot pages.
How does MAMBA work with your urology team?
MAMBA works alongside your urologist or cancer care team, not in place of them. With your consent, your MAMBA clinician can share information to keep your care coordinated.
Many men find it easier to talk about erectile concerns in a dedicated men's health setting. Virtual visits make this possible from anywhere in Ontario. Read about the first ED consultation to see how a visit works.
How do I book a complimentary consult with MAMBA?
Book a complimentary consult online, or start with the free MAMBA Health Score, which takes about 2 minutes. In-clinic care is offered in Oshawa, serving Durham Region, and Kitchener, serving Waterloo Region.
Frequently asked questions
Is ED common after a prostatectomy?
Yes. ED is a common concern after a prostatectomy, because the prostate sits close to the nerves and blood vessels involved in erections. MAMBA Men's Clinics offers private conversations about erections after prostatectomy, virtually anywhere in Ontario.
Can radiation therapy affect erections?
Yes. Radiation therapy for prostate cancer can affect erections, which is why many men ask about ED after prostate radiation. A MAMBA clinician talks through options during a complimentary consult, working alongside the man's cancer care team.
Does MAMBA replace my urologist?
No. MAMBA Men's Clinics works alongside a man's urologist or cancer care team. With consent, a MAMBA clinician can share information with that team so that erectile care fits with the man's overall prostate cancer follow-up.
Can I talk about ED after prostate cancer virtually?
Yes. MAMBA offers virtual visits for men anywhere in Ontario, as long as the man is physically in Ontario during the visit. A virtual visit is a private way to talk about ED after prostate surgery or radiation.
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