After the penile prosthesis surgery

Usually, you can leave the hospital the day after surgery, when the compressive bandage has been removed and the implant has been deflated by your doctor. You may experience pain or soreness and swelling of the penis and scrotum in the first few days and up to several weeks after surgery. This is normal and can be treated with analgesics and cold packs. In the first 2-3 days after surgery, there may be a small amount of discharge from the incision. There is no need to treat this because it usually stops on its own.

For 4-6 weeks after the surgery:

• Do not lift anything heavier than 5 kilograms
  Do not do any heavy exercise and avoid bike riding
• Do not take thermal baths or go to the sauna
• Discuss any prescribed medication with your doctor

Your doctor will schedule an appointment to inflate the implant for the first time. This is done once the swelling and soreness have gone, about 4-6 weeks after the procedure. After the appointment, you may start having sexual activity.

You should notify your urologist if:

• The swelling is severe or not improving
  You have a discharge of a large amount of fluid each day
• The pain gets worse or does not improve
  You notice increased redness or tenderness around the incision site
• You have a fever