Maybe that’s because it’s not as visually clear as the loss of an arm or a leg, or maybe is simply out of respect, but genitourinary injuries are often not spoken of.
Sex is an important part of any loving relationship, and if an injury has caused a male soldier to lose his penis, then this can have extremely negative effects on his mentality and can create a difficult strain between his partner.
It’s not selfish or inconsiderate, it’s simply human nature.
However, one group of doctors who are optimistic that they can bring some hope back into the bedroom of these soldiers are the surgeons at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, who will soon be undertaking their first attempt at a penis transplant.
If the first trials of penis transplants are successful, then the surgeons believe the recipients will regain urinary function, sensation and even the ability to have sex.
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