Recovery After Peyronie's Surgery

About this video

A guide to the weeks after surgery for Peyronie's disease. Dr. Alex Vanni covers what to expect right after surgery, the first 48 hours, the first six weeks, medications and diet, and when to call the office.

Key points

• Bruising, swelling, and mild bleeding are normal and improve steadily
• Use ice wrapped in a towel, 20 minutes at a time, for 24 to 48 hours
• First shower at 48 hours; keep the dressing dry until instructed otherwise
• After a graft, gentle stretching twice a day starts at 2 weeks to help preserve length
• No sex, heavy lifting, baths, or swimming for 6 weeks
• Call for a fever of 101°F or higher, wound problems, trouble urinating, or uncontrolled pain

Chapters

1. 0:00Introduction
2. 0:19Right After Surgery
3. 0:36The First 48 Hours
4. 1:05The First Six Weeks
5. 1:56Medications and Diet
6. 2:15When to Call