Would removal of the prostate result in erectile dysfunction?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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Removal of prostate can happen with or without removal of surrounding nerves based on the patient's condition. Persons whose nerves are spared may have erectile dysfunction for mostly 2 years or so post surgery which regains back slowly. Persons whose nerves are removed may have permanent erection issues and may need medications for it.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm 36 and happily married, but I've been running into a pretty embarrassing issueduring sex, my sperm seems to release too quickly. I'm not on any medications right now, but I do smoke about twice a day. Could there be something I'm missing, or maybe a medicine I should consider?

You should visit a sexologist to confirm a diagnosis of PE (premature ejaculation). The treatment of PE is dependant upon the severity of the condition. Lifestyle modifications to help your condition include cessation of smoking, stress control techniques such as meditationyoga and physical activity of at least 30 minutes per day.

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Is a circumcised penis a reason for premature ejaculation?

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I've been feeling really tired and weak all the time, and it's been getting to me. Every time I go to the bathroom to urinate, my legs feel weak too. It's pretty concerning, and on top of that, I've been dealing with erectile dysfunction. I'm worried about these symptoms, and I'm not sure what's going on. Could you help me understand what might be causing this?

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