Dr Motola,
After having very successful Green Light PVP surgery, I do not ejaculate. I was told that about 33% of men can still ejaculate normally after this procedure. Why can 33% still ejaculate and the rest not? (I know that the semen goes backwards in cases like mine).
I am 63.
Jonley.
I have had PVP twice and the first time with a TURP. I was told up front that there would be retroejaculation as a side effect. I am facing a third PVP as I am back on Flomax due to symptoms returning. I know that most people don't have 3 PVP surgeries, but I have never been one to have a "normal" medical history! Anyway, I think the 33% thing is questionable as my physician did not indicate that normal ejaculation would ever happen again.
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Hi Dan,
Sent in this question last August - have not heard from you.
Can you please ask Dr Matola to assist?
Many thanks.
Jonley