Sexual activity can generally be resumed within 4 to 6 weeks after prostate cancer surgery. Most patients tend to resume sexual activity as soon as their urinary control is adequate for sexual activity. For those men who have return of erections, it is a gradual process. Many men, however, do experience improvement over the first year after the operation. The stimuli for erection during the first year will also be different. Visual stimuli will be less effective, and physical stimulation will be more effective. For this reason, do not be afraid to experiment with sexual activity. Re-familiarize yourself with your body. You can do no harm. Do not wait until you have the "perfect erection" before attempting intercourse. In addition, you should be able to have an orgasm even if you do not have an erection. With orgasm, there will be no ejaculation because the prostate and seminal vesicles have been removed. There are many successful erectile dysfunction treatment options available. Become familiar with them and let your health care provider know you would like to begin treatment as soon as possible.