Recently I was chatting with a good friend of mine who is a doctor. We were sharing our experiences with menopause and came up with a funny comparison. Imagine my surprise when he said, “Oh no! I hate to tell you this but that is the same as if you took a Viagra and pumped it into your urethra without proper preparation first.”
I laughed so hard I had to remind him to continue the conversation.
Did you know that the side effects of Viagra can include irritation, burning, stinging, and swelling? These side effects can be particularly unwelcome when you are already using a urethral pump. Is it safe to use Viagra with a urethral pump? Let’s find out together.
How Does It Work?
You take Viagra orally, or as a pill, and it works inside your body. Let’s first discuss what happens when you take a pill.
When you pill Viagra, it begins to dissolve in your mouth. As it dissolves, it begins to flow through your body. This is where the similarity to a urethral tube ends. Your mouth doesn’t have a tube in it that connects to your bladder. Instead, your mouth is part of the digestive system. This means that when you swallow a pill, it is actually dissolved in your stomach, in the same way food is digested. As it dissolves, it begins to flow through your body. This is why you can feel the effects of Viagra pretty quickly. In fact, the effects can be felt almost immediately after taking the pill. This is in stark contrast to an unplanned pregnancy. Which sounds more surprising? That you can get pregnant on purpose or that you get pregnant when you aren’t trying to?
The flow of diluting enzymes in your stomach can lead to some side effects. The most notable of these is diarrhea. Other side effects can include nausea, dizziness, headache, and, in very rare instances, allergic reactions. While these reactions are rare, they are nonetheless something to be aware of. In rare instances, people have experienced a severe drop in blood pressure while taking Viagra. For this reason, it is not recommended that anyone take this drug if they have heart disease, are taking another medication, or if they have any kind of heart-related condition.
Is It Safe To Use It With A Urethral Pump?
Now let’s move away from the gastrointestinal system and discuss the urinary system. You have a tube between your mouth and your bladder. This tube is called your urethra. The opening to your urethra is your urethral orifice. The general term for the area around your urethral orifice is the urethral meatus. This is a very short list of the words you will use to describe your urethra. Most people use fewer than 10 words to describe their genitalia. Think about how often you use words like “pump” and “penis” to refer to your own body. Why is it so difficult to find the right words when talking about your most intimate and personal aspects? Your body is an amazing and amazing thing and when you get to know it better, you will find the right words to describe it. The same goes for your urethra. When you are using a urethral pump, it means there is a tube from between your mouth and your bladder. This tube is called your urethra. As we discussed above, your mouth doesn’t have a tube that leads to your bladder. When you use a urethral pump, it means there is a tube from your mouth to your bladder. Does this explanation make it simpler to understand?
Like the rest of your body, your urethra is a place that can sustain injuries. The most common of these is called urethral stricture. This is when scar tissue forms around the area of your urethral opening. This scar tissue can cause narrowing of the urethral opening or complete blockage. When this happens, you will have to have it repaired. In some instances, people will develop a penile calcification. This is when calcium builds up in the area surrounding your penis. Again, this is something you need to have repaired. There are other injuries and ailments you can sustain in your urethra. Like the rest of your body, your urethra is a place that can become infected. The most common cause of an urethral infection is bacteria entering the urethra during sexual activity. In some cases, people have developed an overgrowth of bacteria in the area surrounding their penis. This is called a balanitis and it is treated with antibiotics. In some cases, people develop an inflammation of the prostate gland. This too is treated with antibiotics.
What About The Side Effects Of A Urethral Pump?
When you use a urethral pump, there are typically fewer serious side effects than when you take a pill. The most notable side effect is probably irritation. This can be particularly painful if you use the wrong lubricant. Some people have also noticed that their orgasms are more intense when they use a urethral pump. While this might seem like an advantage, it can also be a disadvantage. In some cases, people have noted that their orgasms are longer and more drawn out when they use a urethral pump. In other words, they can be really frustrating! Using a urethral pump means you have to deal with the side effects and the potential risks. Not a trivial consideration.
Is It Worth The Risk?
Use of a urethral pump is certainly more involved and has more risks than just taking a pill. When you are taking a pill, you are aware of what you are getting into. When you are using a urethral pump, there is no pill to reverse the effects. If you do experience any side effects, you are more or less committed to them. Your body is a funny thing and you never know what it will do. Sometimes the risks are worth it, especially if the benefits are great. In some cases, people have found that using a urethral pump gives them greater control over their orgasms and how long they last. Some have also found that using a urethral pump helps them avoid many of the sexual dysfunctions that come with menopause. In some instances, people have noted that the risk is worth it in order to be able to urinate without pain. Some have found that using a urethral pump allows them to finally get a good nights sleep. Ultimately, only you can decide whether or not the benefits of using a urethral pump outweigh the risks. Weigh your options carefully and make the right decision for you.