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Posted 10/3/2007 4:52 PM (GMT -7)
Went to see Dr. Fagin about ED issues.  Funny thing was, we didn't have to even tell him why we were there.  He answered all of our questions before we even asked them.  He gave us MUSE samples and injection samples.  Haven't tried the injections yet, but Kurt said the MUSE was VERY painful.  On the positive side, we switched from Viagra to Levitra.  Kurt loves it.  It has less side effects for him, and gave him more feeling, not to mention, better outcome.  He has completely quit wearing pads, so that is a huge positive. 

With school back in session and 2 active teenagers, getting my hands on a computer is hard in this house.  Not to mention finding time to get my hands on a computer.  I hope all is well with you all.  I think about you all daily.  I am going to make time to get back into spending time on this site.  I miss you all. 

This has been one crazy year. I owe you all my thanks for helping us through this.            Courtney

Posted 10/3/2007 5:17 PM (GMT -7)
 Hey ~ Courtney.... and Kurt, It is so good to hear your positive results in your posting!!  We miss you ~ but we knew you were keeping all of us close....  Just remember  ~ we will always be here for you... and anytime you find time to say hi! ~ do it!  and updates are really important!!!!  A few words every now and again ~ keeps our minds at ease. Thinking of you with a warm smile and happy thoughts of you both.  Hugs from Lee & Buddy
Posted 10/3/2007 6:14 PM (GMT -7)
Hey Courtney,

Great to hear from you and to hear that Kurt is doing so well. Yeah, its great to be dry and on the road to ED recovery. Makes a guy feel like he is really winning this battle.

Please keep us updated...

Jim
Posted 10/3/2007 8:16 PM (GMT -7)
Hey Courtney and Kurt.... glad to hear things are going good for you. I know how busy it can be with the kids. Look forward to seeing you around.

KW
Posted 10/3/2007 9:52 PM (GMT -7)
Hi Courtney,

'Glad to hear about the good news on the ED battle.  I didn't like the MUSE either.  In fact, I don't know anyone who does.  I wish you and Kurt continued progress.

Kind regards,

Posted 10/4/2007 2:38 AM (GMT -7)
Hi Courtney & Kurt,

Nice to hear from you. My husband saw a men's health specialist a few weeks ago for same issues. I really think it takes some time (however new for us too). Glad to hear all is more or less well. Take care of you, him and those teenagers! (must be noisy!!). cheers, Lana
Posted 10/4/2007 2:51 AM (GMT -7)
Courtney & Kurt,

You two must live somewhere near KW,
  - so borrow his computer while he is out on a welding job!
:-)  
Seriously, the challenges your family has overcome in stride -
   and your thoughtful sharing as you continue this struggle - give so many hope.

Tell those kids to read a book occasionally (It's the funny-looking thing with no batteries....)
    - and keep us posted!

Your friend,

CCedar
ICTHUS!
Posted 10/4/2007 3:35 AM (GMT -7)
Good to see an update on you guys. You're just a little bit ahead of us. ED is getting very frustrating around here. We'll probably have to make an appointment to see what else we can try.
Posted 10/4/2007 8:21 AM (GMT -7)
Courtney,

Great to hear from you. I am impressed with Fagin as he seems to relate to PCa victims better then most urologist. I never wanted to try the Muse due to the experiences I have read of many other men and the fact that it is only effective in about 30% of the men. What medication did he give you for injections? I assume that it is Caverjet. Before trying it be sure to read the threads here on injections. Becoming continent again is like being free.

Tamu
Posted 10/4/2007 9:52 AM (GMT -7)
Hey, Kziz - sooooo good to hear from you. We're due to see Dr. F. in a week-and-a-half. He, too, gave us Muse (mostly based on what we've read here), but it's sittin' in the fridge. That's one of the reasons he keeps having us back is to make sure we're gaining ground on all the post-surgery issues. We're having enough good luck with Cialis, so don't need the extra "stress." Plus, price-wise Muse is about $17-$21 a pop. Yikes.

I know the docs keep urging "use it or lose it," but I think for many of us in the early days post-surgery, it becomes a mental challenge for guys to do that while leaking like a sieve (even though they know we don't care).

Know you're busy - but please don't be such a stranger. It's always good to "see" you on here!
Posted 10/4/2007 10:01 AM (GMT -7)
Missed you guys, Kurt and I have had very similar roads to recovery. I tried the MUSE too, hated it very painful. Doc told me that most of his patients had the same experience. I am going in TOMORROW for my first injection lesson. It will be a tri-mix. I will try and report back when I return. Peace- Pete
Posted 10/4/2007 10:26 AM (GMT -7)
Hello Kurt and Courtney,
I was about to put one of my "calling all Kurt and Courtny's" posts up as I was thinking of you. Good news all around it sounds like. Very nice to hear from you.

Tony
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