Can female to male bottom surgery get hard?

Can Female to Male Bottom Surgery Get Hard?

Yes, it is possible for a neophallus created through female-to-male (FTM) bottom surgery, known as phalloplasty, to achieve rigidity. This is not achieved naturally but through the surgical implantation of a prosthetic erectile device.

Achieving Rigidity: The Role of Prosthetic Devices

For individuals undergoing phalloplasty who desire the ability to achieve an erection, a **prosthetic erectile device** can be surgically placed. This procedure typically occurs in a later stage of the phalloplasty process.

• Stage 3 Phalloplasty: This specific stage is where a urologist can surgically implant a prosthetic device.
• Function: The device is designed to allow the individual to maintain an erection, facilitating penetrative sexual activity.

Here's a summary of how rigidity is achieved after phalloplasty:

Aspect	Details
Procedure	Female-to-male (FTM) bottom surgery, known as phalloplasty.
Method of Rigidity	Achieved through the surgical placement of a prosthetic erectile device.
Timing	The implant procedure is typically performed in Stage 3 phalloplasty.
Purpose	The device allows the individual to maintain an erection for functional purposes.

Important Considerations Regarding Implants

While prosthetic devices offer a pathway to achieving rigidity after phalloplasty, it's important to note the landscape of device approval. As of September 2022, there were **no implantable prosthetic devices specifically FDA-approved for phalloplasty**. This indicates that while the surgical technique for placement exists, the devices themselves might be used off-label or be awaiting specific regulatory approval for this use case. Patients should discuss all options and the current status of available prosthetics with their surgical team.