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Prostate Procedures

Medical procedures related to the prostate gland.

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Jan 16, 2026
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What are FDA‑approved vacuum erection devices and how do they differ from novelty pumps?

FDA‑approved vacuum erection devices (VEDs are Class II medical devices cleared for treating erectile dysfunction and for penile rehabilitation after prostate surgery . They are designed, tested and l...

Jan 15, 2026

How do combination protocols (VED + PDE5i or injections) compare to single‑modality therapy after radical prostatectomy?

Combination penile-rehabilitation protocols—typically a vacuum erectile device (VED) plus a phosphodiesterase‑5 inhibitor (PDE5i), or combinations that include intracavernosal injections (ICI)—general...

Jan 13, 2026

What are common side effects or risks of using penis pumps?

Penis pumps (vacuum erection devices) are widely used and generally safe when used as directed, but they carry a predictable set of minor and occasional serious side effects related to suction, constr...

Jan 7, 2026

What specific Kegel and pelvic‑floor exercise programs improve PC muscle control for men?

A practical, evidence‑based men's Kegel program pairs targeted PC‑muscle identification with progressive training: short quick contractions, longer endurance holds, and gradual increases in hold time ...