Author: Las Vegas Urology

What Is Bladder Training for Urinary Incontinence?

Regardless of the reason, having urinary incontinence is embarrassing and let’s face it, you feel like you have lost control of your body. It’s humiliating, but things don’t have to stay this way. Take advantage of all the positive treatments and lifestyle changes you can pursue. You can regain control. What is bladder training for urinary incontinence? Let’s start here.

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7 Benefits Of Penile Implants For Erectile Dysfunction

If a man is having difficulty in the bedroom, he is not likely to talk about it, but he doesn’t have to suffer in silence. There is a safe and effective way to overcome erectile dysfunction with a penile implant. Here are just 7 of the many benefits of penile implants for erectile dysfunction.

It’s A Common Problem

A penile implant can be used when there is a clear medical cause for erectile dysfunction and if the problem is unlikely to resolve naturally or with other medical treatments.

man with erectile dysfunction.

Erectile dysfunction is a problem more common than you may think, and the only answer is not taking a pill every time you want to have sex. A more permanent solution is a penile implant.

There are two types of implants, and a urologist at Las Vegas Urology can recommend which one might be right for you during an appointment at our offices.

What makes ED such a common problem is the fact that the causes are quite common.

They include any or any combination of the following issues:

  • An injury, such as injury of the brain or spinal cord
  • Having diabetes
  • A heart condition
  • High blood pressure
  • High cholesterol
  • Smoking
  • Excessive alcohol consumption
  • Drug use
  • Trauma to the genital area
  • An operation, such as prostate gland removal

Of course depression and anxiety can lead to ED and then can make it even worse.

A man with ED is not alone!

7 Benefits Of A Penile Implant

There are endless benefits to a penile implant, but we will discuss seven.

A Discreet Solution

Since the implant is completely invisible located inside the penis, no one needs to know.

High Satisfaction Rate

Before making a big decision, it is always helpful to know how satisfied others have been. There is a 90-95% satisfaction rate of men and their partners after having a penile implant.

Safe And Effective

Penile implant surgery has a very low infection rate post operation. Special antibiotics and techniques are utilized that reduce the possibility of infection.

Long Lasting Results

Most penile implants last 15 to 20 years. Understand that the implant is a medical device which can break or have problems. This can be corrected by another short procedure.

On Demand Erections

You can have an on demand erection in just 15 seconds whenever and however long you want.

Outpatient Procedure

Penile implant surgery takes about one hour to complete, and you can go home afterward. You can resume normal activities in one week, but should wait 6 weeks to have sex.

No Changes To Sexual Enjoyment

Maybe the most important benefit is there are no changes to sensation, ability to have an orgasm, or to ejaculate.

Schedule a Penile Implant Consultation

If you are experiencing symptoms of erectile dysfunction and are in the Las Vegas area, our experts have years of experience in helping men find the right treatment option. Call our office today at (702) 385-4342 to schedule an appointment.

7 Ways To Prevent Kidney Stones This Summer

If you have ever passed a kidney stone, you probably remember that excruciating pain, and you don’t ever want to go through it again. If you have never had a stone, trust us, it is a life experience you want to skip. In either case, pay attention to these 7 ways to prevent kidney stones this summer. You can also read more about kidney stones here and treatments from Las Vegas Urology.

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COVID-19 Update & TeleHealth

Now Offering Telehealth Visits

In an effort to prevent further spread of COVID-19 in our community, Las Vegas Urology is now offering telehealth e-visits for qualifying patients.

Learn more about telehealth.

About Your In-office Appointment

Should you need to come into the office for an appointment or procedure, please be aware that for your safety we screen all staff and patients before entering the office. We also have improved our already existing high standards of office cleaning protocols. If you are experiencing fever or other respiratory symptoms, please inform your scheduler and contact the Southern Nevada Health District.

For more information on our COVID-19 policies and procedures contact Las Vegas Urology(702) 385-4342.