Better from the infection now, at least I think. But I still have a small abrasion on the penis where some of the infection was lanced, so I’m still not ready for aftercare yet. I’ll check with urgent care in a day or so to confirm, but I have no swelling/pain or sign of infection. It was cured about 1-2 days into taking antibiotics it seemed.
I noticed the infection at around day 8, but there were signs at day 6 I think. A tiny white dot on the penis. This was pus under the skin. Swelling and soreness on the left side of the penis not the right. I finally put it together day 8 or so. It wasn’t really on my mind since I’d done 2 previous rounds with no issues.
The only thing I did differently this round was 1) rolled nodules more aggressively, maybe causing a very small abrasion and 2) had nodules cauterized off, leaving scabs that could more easily be infected. I honestly think it was just bad luck. Though maybe don’t be too aggressive with the roller. My entry points also stayed open longer this round, leaving me more vulnerable.
I didn’t get a fever. Nothing beside swelling and mild soreness. Thankfully I acted fast.
The day after I went to urgent care and got meds was HORRIFYING as the infected area burst, leaving me with 2 big wounds. I almost went to the emergency room. But these cuts quickly healed as they were shallow. I may post pics after I’m fully healed, but I don’t want to freak anyone out, especially since I got better so quickly (the penis heals fast).
I’m almost through my 1 weeks of antibiotics (Cefalexin) which was enough, but I’ll try to get more from the doc just to be safe.
Spotting the infection: If you look very carefully at previous photos, you can see a tiny white dot. It looks very similar to a scar, but is actually pus. That plus uneven swelling/soreness in the area was an infection. By day 8, it went from slight swelling to 3 obviously swollen sore lumps so I went right away. Though someone who hadn’t done a round of
PMMA probably wouldn’t have known it was unusual. Honestly don’t overthink it, it’s very unlikely. I was just unlikely this time.
When this small cut heals in a few days, I’ll take measurements and return to aftercare (with Ian’s blessing of course lol)
Really hoping this round still works out for me and I don’t have any lasting issues or complications from the infection. Wish me luck, I may need it.
