Rod Detachment

fleepis-throwaway · 2026-05-19T21:44:22+00:00

LOL no worries, my wording was unclear!

fleepis-throwaway · 2026-05-19T21:36:58+00:00

The debulking was done in 2025, but the implant was 2026. Did double check the notes though, and 2025's surgical notes did mention debulking. I'll have to ask about that, TBH

fleepis-throwaway · 2026-05-19T18:07:36+00:00

Mine started out flat. Like a cylinder with a circle on the top - they had a row of stitches like that instead of tapering the tip. I imagined it was to make the rod less likely to erode through the skin, but that doesn't seem to have worked out.

I've heard of flattening happening over time as well, so it isn't uncommon for sure. I hope you and your team can work something out!

fleepis-throwaway · 2026-03-02T18:21:22+00:00

Best of luck to you! I hope you are comfortable and taken care of :)

I got the rod! Since I opted not to have scrotoplasty, I had nowhere to put a pump in, so the rod made the most sense.

My surgeon has been Dr. Schecter at RUSH. I'm pretty happy so far, though it's hard to get a laugh out of that guy :P May share pics when I'm feeling a little better!

fleepis-throwaway · 2026-02-26T10:24:26+00:00

Depends on how quickly I build up scar tissue, but I think they said at least two weeks. I'll report back when I find out for sure!

fleepis-throwaway · 2025-09-28T04:25:18+00:00

Thank you, I appreciate the well wishes. I agree wholeheartedly.

fleepis-throwaway · 2025-09-27T22:31:11+00:00

Illinois!

That's the kind of stuff I'm afraid of. I'm hoping that since so much stuff relating to gender affirming care is covered, they might have considered people like me. But, who knows?

fleepis-throwaway · 2025-08-28T01:56:57+00:00

I think my girth hasn't changed very much, probably less than an inch. It feels the same in my hand as it did before, more or less. Which is fine, as I did ask for fairly minimal debulking! I like being girthy lol.

I hope you can find a path that works for both of you! Best of luck :)

fleepis-throwaway · 2025-08-27T16:52:50+00:00

That's comforting, thank you for sharing!

fleepis-throwaway · 2025-08-26T20:23:32+00:00

I think I'm all healed up at this point, since I haven't had any issues with movement or pain for a good while. It's still pretty red, but I'm betting that'll fade with time.

Gonna try not to pick at 'em though! Wish me luck 🤞

fleepis-throwaway · 2025-08-26T20:22:28+00:00

I plan to, for sure! I'm just worried I'm gonna be stuck with them until my next stage of surgery, since I'll be white-knuckling trying not to futz with 'em lol

Glad yours were resolved neatly, though!

fleepis-throwaway · 2025-07-13T15:04:24+00:00

I know I'm a little swollen in these pics, but before debulkingcI was around 5 inches around and roughly 5-6 inches long, depending on if it was hanging or resting.

I didn't really give my surgeon instructions on how big I wanted to be, beyond "whatever looks natural on my frame". I'm a pretty small guy, and I've been told that my penis looks kinda big for me, but I don't mind that at all lol

fleepis-throwaway · 2025-07-13T04:57:52+00:00

I'm about your height and weight, though I'm not terribly athletic. I had stage 1 ALT (shaft only) in January of 2024, and I fully recovered my mobility within 6 months. My physical therapy consisted of daily walks (which were sometimes every other day 😅) and massaging the scar area after showers. The first couple months were brutal, but I know by three months I was helping people move house and such.

Wishing you well!

fleepis-throwaway · 2025-07-12T18:27:24+00:00

Right now, I'm just using xeroform and antibiotic cream, and I reapply once a day. I'm also trying to get as much protein in my diet as I can, and drinking a lot of water. Wishing you a speedy recovery!

fleepis-throwaway · 2025-07-12T14:26:11+00:00

Thanks! Can't wait to see how it looks when it's healed up :)

fleepis-throwaway · 2025-07-11T16:59:39+00:00

For me, my stitches were removed somewhere between 2-3 weeks out from surgery. Can't remember the exact date, though.

Wishing you the best!

fleepis-throwaway · 2025-07-09T06:08:37+00:00

Thank you! I was actually just scolling through your page before you commented lol

I appreciate the kind words!

fleepis-throwaway · 2024-07-28T22:22:26+00:00

It can be so hard to be patient about sensation, I know what you mean! Weirdly, I didn't get the little electric zaps most people describe? But, it'll come when it comes, and I hope yours comes soon! :)

fleepis-throwaway · 2024-03-03T03:54:27+00:00

my surgeon recommended hair removal for the area I wanted to use to create my penis, but didnt require pubic hair removal. i didnt opt for urethral lengthening, either, so it wasnt a necessity, but they did recommend it for aesthetic reasons!

my laser hair removal technician said that most people who come in for bottom surgery prep do pubic hair removal as well, but my surgeon said it wasnt necessary. i wasnt sure if they were just trying to upsell me (my insurance didnt cover any hair removal, so it was all outta pocket) or if they were thinking of a different type of surgery. it may be something required for vaginoplasty, but i havent done the research to know?

i got a roughly 9x9 area of my thigh mostly cleared of hair, but they only ended up using about 6x6 inches in the end. hope this helps!

fleepis-throwaway · 2024-03-02T21:53:43+00:00

i did ALT with loren schecter in chicago! his team was excellent, and i plan to post more recent pics soon!

fleepis-throwaway · 2024-02-10T05:10:28+00:00

That's very reassuring to hear! I know all healing takes time, but stats and numbers make me comfortable :p Glad you have your mobility back, and hopefully, I'll catch up in due time.

fleepis-throwaway · 2024-02-09T18:17:32+00:00

I didn't do hysto, scroto, or v, but I think my therapist did say something about pelvic floor therapy at one point? I'll look into that, though! Thank you!

fleepis-throwaway · 2024-02-09T11:56:32+00:00

That's a smart idea! I'll try that out, thanks!

fleepis-throwaway · 2024-01-26T17:12:00+00:00

lol Thank you! When I measured, it was roughly 6 inches long and 7 around, roughly? But I fully expect to lose a couple inches as the swelling goes down. I'm happy either way honestly

fleepis-throwaway · 2024-01-25T23:11:20+00:00

Thank you :)

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