A Guy Question?

Rockn4u · March 16, 2007

I have a question? I have 100lbs to lose, I get banded 3/27/07 Type II Diabetic (for 5yrs) Over the past 2-3yrs. I've noticed all the Led in my Pencil hasn't been there :bandit The Doc even gave me some 100mg Viagra! I thought that would get King Kong Erect!!! But nada :faint:you believe that. I was just wondering, to you Post-Op People, did you see any improvement with that???

Thanks Guys,

Rocko~~

lisah25 · March 17, 2007

My DH has noticed a difference, OK and I have too...

Elisabethsew · March 17, 2007

A close friend of mine (42 years old) was a type 2 diabetic who also suffered from sleep apnea. He lost 150 pounds in 13 months after banding. At weeks post-op, he needed no meds at at 75 pounds lost, he no longer needed the C-PAP mask. He stated his love life is like it was when he was 20 so there's hope for you.

Rockn4u · March 17, 2007

Thank you all for the 411 I really, really appreciate it very much!

-Rocko-

bosteph · March 17, 2007

I hate to be the lone ranger but it depends...

Sometimes diabetes can cause permanent damage in the vascular system of the penis. It is important that you see a urologist to get an official diagnosis of the problem.

Good luck and I wish you the best. Even if there is damage there are treatments that most insurances will cover.

faithmd · March 17, 2007

You've been a type II (diagnosed) for about 5 years? I wouldn't worry too much right now about a lot of permanent damage having been done. I would, however, get thee to a Urologist as the poster above me suggested and see what he/she has to say. It is also possible that Cialis or Levitra would be a better fit for you. My best friend is a Urologist and when the "blue diamond" didn't seem to help my DH he suggested trying the other two. Our PCP gave samples of each and they did seem to work better. But everyone is different. Also, are you on any antidepressants or beta blockers for blood pressure? Those can also cause issues.

And yes, I think you will notice some improvement when the weight begins to come off.

myfoursons · March 18, 2007

Well, every consideration has been covered but one. Men can start having dramatic decreases in the amount of testosterone they produce around the age of 40. This definitely has an effect in that area.

Besides looking at the diabetes factor, I would ask your doc to draw some blood and get a testosterone level. It is easy to replace, there are shots, gels, and Patches. If you are truly low on testosterone, replacing it will even help in weight loss and muscle development.

faithmd · March 18, 2007

Excellent point, myfoursons. I forgot to mention that, DH did have sampling done and is on the low end of normal himself. I should I remembered that part. Thanks for bringing it up!