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Treatment Comparison · sensitivity test

PE sensitivity test in Busan, Seomyeon

Four sensitivity tests compared honestly — Medication, shaft measurement, comparison, glans measurement. Effectiveness, cost, sexual function, recovery time, candidacy criteria. The right choice depends on your prostate size, symptom severity, and sexual function priorities. Personally curated by our lead urologist based on 4,000+ sensitivity test patients at our Busan Seomyeon clinic.

Cheapest
$30/mo
Most effective
glans measurement 95%+
Best for sex
shaft measurement 100%
Best for large prostate
comparison/glans measurement
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our lead urologist — Board-certified urologist offering all 4 sensitivity tests at MediForMen Busan Seomyeon clinic
our lead urologist Board-Certified Urologist · 4,000+ sensitivity test Patients · All 4 sensitivity test Treatments · Korean Prostate Society
The 30-second summary
Read time: 8 min
Tier 1
Medication
$30-80/mo · 60-70% effective
Tier 2
shaft measurement
$4,444 · sexual function 100%
Tier 3
comparison
$5,185 · larger prostates
Tier 4
glans measurement
$3,704 · 95%+ definitive
Meet our urologist

How our urologist uses sensitivity testing to guide PE care.

Our lead urologist explains how objective sensitivity testing removes guesswork from PE treatment at our Seomyeon clinic.

our urologist performs all 4 sensitivity tests personally at our Busan Seomyeon practice. This single-doctor structure means honest recommendations — no incentive to push you to a specific procedure. The right sensitivity test for you might be the one we charge $30/month for, not the $5,185 procedure.

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All 4 sensitivity tests compared

What the sensitivity test covers, in one place.

No filter. Every sensitivity test has tradeoffs. Use this table to identify your top 1-2 candidates, then read the dedicated page for each before consultation with our urologist.

Tier 1: Medication Tier 2: shaft measurement Tier 3: comparison Tier 4: glans measurement
Price (USD) $30–80/mo $4,444 $5,185 $3,704
Mechanism Muscle relaxation + tissue shrinkage Permanent implants pull tissue back Water vapor ablates tissue Surgical resection of tissue
Effectiveness (IPSS) 60–70% ~70% ~75% 95%+ (gold standard)
Result durability Daily forever 5 yr (10–15% retx) 5 yr (10–15% retx) 10+ years
Sexual function ~Retrograde 30–60% ✓100% preserved ✓90%+ preserved ×75%+ retrograde
New ED risk 1–2% (alpha-blockers) ✓None 5–10% 5–10%
Best for prostate size Any Under 80g, no middle lobe Up to 80g+, middle lobe OK Up to 100g+ (any)
Severe symptoms ~Limited ~Limited ✓Good ✓Best
Procedure time N/A (oral) 30–45 min 15–30 min 60–90 min
Anesthesia None Local + sedation Local + sedation Spinal or general
Hospital stay None Outpatient Outpatient 2–3 nights
Catheter post-op N/A Usually no 2–3 days 2–4 days
Stay in Korea 1 day 2–3 days 5 days 7 days
Office work resume N/A 1–3 days 1 week 2–4 weeks
Complication rate Side effects 30% < 2% 3–5% 5–10%
Reversibility ✓Stop med ~Implants removable ×Not reversible ×Not reversible
When to choose Mild-moderate, first try Mild-moderate, preserve sex Moderate-large, preserve sex Severe, definitive solution
Tier 1: Medication
$30–80/mo
Effectiveness
60–70%
Duration
Daily forever
Sexual function
~Retrograde 30–60%
Stay in Korea
1 day
Best for
Mild-moderate, first try
Tier 2: shaft measurement
$4,444
Effectiveness
~70%
Sexual function
✓ 100% preserved
Procedure
30-45 min outpatient
Stay in Korea
2-3 days
Best for
Mild-moderate, preserve sex
Tier 3: comparison
$5,185
Effectiveness
~75%
Sexual function
✓ 90%+ preserved
Middle lobe
✓ Treats well
Stay in Korea
5 days
Best for
Moderate-large, preserve sex
Tier 4: glans measurement
$3,704
Effectiveness
95%+ (Gold standard)
Sexual function
× 75%+ retrograde
Durability
10+ years
Stay in Korea
7 days
Best for
Severe, definitive
Method deep-dives

Each element, in brief.

Brief overview of each of the 4 sensitivity tests at our Busan Seomyeon clinic. Click through to dedicated pages for technique details, recovery, and full FAQs.

Tier 1: sensitivity test Medication

First-line · oral · reversible
$30–80
per month
Effectiveness
60–70%
Procedure
None (oral)
Time to effect
1-4 weeks
Stay in Korea
1 day
Pros
  • Lowest barrier to entry
  • Reversible (just stop)
  • No procedure required
  • Try before committing
Cons
  • Daily lifelong commitment
  • 30% have side effects
  • Retrograde ejaculation 30-60%
  • Symptoms recur if stopped
Best for Almost everyone first — 60-70% of sensitivity test patients improve significantly. Try medication for 3-6 months before considering procedures. Procedures appropriate only when medication fails, has intolerable side effects, or complications develop. Read Tier 1 details

Tier 2: shaft measurement

Implants · best for sexual function
$4,444
₩6M
Effectiveness
~70%
Procedure
30-45 min
Stay in Korea
2-3 days
Sex function
100% preserved
Pros
  • 100% sexual function preserved
  • No catheter post-op
  • Immediate symptom relief
  • Reversible (implants removable)
Cons
  • Prostate must be under 80g
  • No middle lobe enlargement
  • 10-15% retreatment at 5 years
  • ~70% effectiveness only
Best for Patients prioritizing sexual function preservation with appropriate prostate anatomy (under 80g, no middle lobe). Most popular Tier 2 choice — about 35% of procedural sensitivity test cases at MediForMen. Read Tier 2 details

Tier 3: comparison

Water vapor · for larger prostates
$5,185
₩7M
Effectiveness
~75%
Procedure
15-30 min
Stay in Korea
5 days
Sex function
90%+ preserved
Pros
  • Works on larger prostates (80g+)
  • Treats middle lobe sensitivity test
  • 90%+ sexual function preserved
  • Slightly higher effectiveness than shaft measurement
Cons
  • Higher cost ($5,185)
  • Requires 2-3 day catheter
  • Full effect takes 3 months
  • Not reversible (tissue destroyed)
Best for Patients shaft measurement can't help: prostates 50-80g+ with significant volume, middle lobe enlargement. Premium choice for harder sensitivity test cases where you still want to preserve sexual function. Read Tier 3 details

Tier 4: glans measurement

Gold standard · definitive · 10+ years
$3,704
₩5M
Effectiveness
95%+
Procedure
60-90 min
Stay in Korea
7 days
Durability
10+ years
Pros
  • Gold standard — highest success
  • Works on any prostate size
  • Effect lasts 10+ years
  • Resolves severe sensitivity test complications
Cons
  • 75%+ retrograde ejaculation
  • Most invasive option
  • 2-3 night hospital stay
  • 2-4 week recovery to work
Best for Severe sensitivity test (IPSS 20+), very large prostates, sensitivity test complications, or failed minimally invasive options. Trade-off: sexual function for definitive symptom relief. Read Tier 4 details
Decision guide

Is the sensitivity test right for you?

Three quick questions. Anonymous. We'll suggest the right sensitivity test tier (1-4) based on your symptom severity, prostate size, and sexual function priorities.

Personalized recommendation

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Get a personalized sensitivity test tier recommendation based on your symptoms and priorities.

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Expected outcomes

What the results tell us in Busan.

Realistic effectiveness expectations across the 4 sensitivity test tiers. Highest effectiveness ≠ best choice — sexual function and recovery time matter.

Effectiveness comparison
IPSS improvement by tier
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Before/After Diagram
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Effectiveness ranking (highest to lowest IPSS improvement): glans measurement 95%+ → comparison ~75% → shaft measurement ~70% → Medication 60-70%. BUT highest effectiveness ≠ best choice. Tier 4 glans measurement comes with sexual function trade-off (75%+ retrograde ejaculation) that Tier 2 shaft measurement avoids completely.

Durability comparison
How long each treatment lasts
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Before/After Diagram
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Durability ranking (longest to shortest): glans measurement 10+ years → shaft measurement 5 years (10-15% retreatment) → comparison 5 years (10-15% retreatment) → Medication daily forever (must continue). For one-time investment durability: glans measurement. For lower upfront cost with preserved sex function: shaft measurement or comparison.

Important: No single sensitivity test is "best" — only the right treatment for your specific case. Effectiveness, sexual function, durability, and cost are interconnected trade-offs. our urologist's assessment determines which tier matches your prostate anatomy, symptom severity, and sexual function priorities.
What to expect

The test process at our Seomyeon clinic, step by step.

A quick 4-step view of the 4 sensitivity tests — what each is, when it's the right choice.

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pe sensitivity test step 1 — MediForMen Busan Seomyeon

Tier 1: Medication

$30–80/mo · daily

Tamsulosin (alpha-blocker) and/or Finasteride (5-ARI). Try for 3-6 months. 60-70% improve significantly. Lifelong commitment but reversible. → Tier 1 details

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pe sensitivity test step 2 — MediForMen Busan Seomyeon

Tier 2: shaft measurement

$4,444 · 30–45 min

Permanent implants hold prostate tissue back. Outpatient, no catheter, 100% sex function preserved. For prostates under 80g without middle lobe. → Tier 2 details

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pe sensitivity test step 3 — MediForMen Busan Seomyeon

Tier 3: comparison

$5,185 · 15–30 min

Water vapor ablates prostate tissue. For larger prostates (80g+) or middle lobe sensitivity test. 2-3 day catheter, 90%+ sex function preserved. → Tier 3 details

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pe sensitivity test step 4 — MediForMen Busan Seomyeon

Tier 4: glans measurement

$3,704 · 60–90 min

Surgical tissue resection. 95%+ effective for 10+ years. 2-3 night hospital, 75%+ retrograde ejaculation. For severe sensitivity test or large prostates. → Tier 4 details

Recovery roadmap

From start to result — what to expect.

Realistic recovery times for each of the 4 sensitivity tests. Stay in Korea ranges from 1 day (medication) to 7 days (glans measurement).

T1

Tier 1: Medication recovery

Same day

No procedure. Take pill once daily. Effect develops 1-4 weeks. Side effects possible: dizziness (alpha-blockers), low libido (5-ARI). Stop drug → side effects resolve.

✓ No downtime ✓ Same-day start ⚠ Possible side effects
T2

Tier 2: shaft measurement recovery

1-3 days to work

Outpatient procedure. Mild burning urinating 1-2 days. Usually no catheter. Back to office work in 1-3 days. Full exercise in 1 week. Stay in Korea: 2-3 days.

✓ Quick recovery ✓ No catheter ✓ Same-day discharge
T3

Tier 3: comparison recovery

~1 week to work

2-3 day catheter required (post-vapor swelling). Catheter out Day 4-5. Back to office work Week 1. Sexual activity Week 2. Full effect develops over 3 months as tissue resorbs. Stay in Korea: 5 days.

✓ Larger prostate OK ⚠ Catheter 2-3 days ⚠ Effect over 3 months
T4

Tier 4: glans measurement recovery

2-4 weeks to work

Hospital admission 2-3 nights. Catheter 2-4 days. Office work Week 2-4. Sexual activity Week 3-4 (with retrograde ejaculation). Heavy exercise Week 6. Full recovery 3 months. Stay in Korea: 7 days.

⚠ Hospital stay ⚠ 2-4 weeks off work ✓ Definitive result
M6

Month 3 — Stable result

3 months

Full shaft measurement effect achieved. ~70% have significant symptom improvement. Most patients off all sensitivity test medication. Sexual function fully preserved. Annual photo check-in with our urologist thereafter (no in-person visits needed).

✓ Stable result ✓ Annual follow-up only
Safety, honestly

Honest notes — value & limitations.

Sexual function is the #1 sensitivity test trade-off most clinics don't discuss honestly. We do at MediForMen Busan Seomyeon. Honest numbers for each tier.

The honest numbers

Sexual function (erections, orgasm, ejaculation) is profoundly affected by sensitivity test choice. Below is what 15 years of practice and 4,000+ sensitivity test patients have taught us about realistic sexual function outcomes across the 4 sensitivity test tiers.

glans measurement
Best for severe sensitivity test
shaft measurement
Best for sex function
comparison
Best for large prostate
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    Medication retrograde ejaculation (30-60%): Tamsulosin (alpha-blocker) causes retrograde ejaculation in 30-60% of patients. Finasteride (5-ARI) doesn't affect ejaculation but can reduce libido and cause ED in 5-10%. Stop medication → side effects resolve.
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    shaft measurement — 100% sexual function preserved: Implants don't touch the seminal pathway or erectile mechanism. No retrograde ejaculation, no new ED. Highest sexual function preservation of any sensitivity test. The reason most sex-priority patients choose shaft measurement.
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    comparison sexual function (90%+ preserved): Water vapor preserves the urethra and ejaculatory pathway. Small percentage (5-10%) experience some retrograde ejaculation or mild ED — usually temporary. Much better than glans measurement.
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    glans measurement retrograde ejaculation (75%+): Expected outcome. Bladder neck widening causes semen to flow into bladder during orgasm. Orgasm sensation preserved but ejaculation appears "dry." Doesn't cause health problems. Trade-off accepted for definitive symptom relief.
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    glans measurement new-onset ED (5-10%): Some patients develop mild new-onset ED post-glans measurement. Usually temporary, resolves at 6-12 months. PDE5 inhibitors (Viagra, Cialis) effective if persistent. Lower risk than older surgical sensitivity test techniques.
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    Orgasm sensation unchanged across all treatments: All 4 sensitivity tests preserve orgasm sensation. Only ejaculation appearance/volume affected. Some patients with glans measurement report less intense orgasm initially — usually adapts within 6 months.
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    sensitivity test does NOT cause: Loss of libido (testosterone unchanged), permanent ED (rare), inability to orgasm, or infertility on its own (though glans measurement+vasectomy combined would). PDE5 inhibitors effective for ED at any tier.
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    Coverage: All MediForMen procedures covered by Korean medical malpractice insurance (KMA-affiliated). Documentation provided pre-procedure on request.
Patient voices

Hear from men who chose Busan for PE sensitivity testing.

Two international patients share their experience choosing different sensitivity tests at MediForMen Busan, Seomyeon — and why one tier was right for them.

"Tried medication 3 years, side effects unbearable. Prostate was 60g — perfect for shaft measurement. Chose Busan over local US options for the price. shaft measurement was the right Tier 2 choice for my profile."

Robert, 58
🇦🇺 Australia · Picked shaft measurement (Tier 2)

"Severe symptoms, 110g prostate, failed shaft measurement attempt. Needed glans measurement — Tier 4. our urologist didn't push me to shaft measurement when the right answer was glans measurement. That honesty made me choose Busan."

Henry, 71
🇺🇸 United States · Picked glans measurement (Tier 4)
Questions men ask

What men ask about PE sensitivity testing in Busan, Seomyeon.

Depends on prostate anatomy. shaft measurement ($4,444) better for: prostates under 80g, no middle lobe, immediate effect desired, no catheter preferred, 100% sex function preservation priority. comparison ($5,185) better for: prostates 80g+ or with middle lobe sensitivity test, slightly higher effectiveness (75% vs 70%). Both preserve sexual function (shaft measurement 100%, comparison 90%+). our urologist's prostate volume measurement determines which fits your case.

glans measurement ($3,704) is more effective (95%+) and lasts longer (10+ years) but causes 75%+ retrograde ejaculation. comparison ($5,185) preserves sexual function 90%+ but only ~75% effective with potential retreatment in 5 years (10-15%). For severe sensitivity test or very large prostates: glans measurement. For preservation of sexual function with moderate-large sensitivity test: comparison. The trade-off is between definitive effectiveness and sexual function preservation.

60-70% of sensitivity test patients improve significantly on medication alone — that's the majority. Medication is cheap ($30-80/month), reversible (stop pill = stop effect), and requires no procedure. Procedures (Tier 2-4) appropriate when: medication side effects intolerable (dizziness from alpha-blockers, low libido from 5-ARI), medication ineffective after 3-6 months, complications develop (acute retention, bladder stones), or you prefer one-time intervention over daily pills.

Prostate volume measured via transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) — quick painless procedure done during consultation at MediForMen. Some patients have prior imaging (MRI, CT) that estimates volume. Without measurement, estimate based on symptoms: severe nocturia + weak stream + frequent UTI suggests larger prostate. our urologist's TRUS during your consultation gives accurate measurement to determine treatment tier.

Counterintuitive. glans measurement uses standard urology equipment (resectoscope, electrocautery) with no per-case device cost. shaft measurement requires expensive single-use implants ($800-1,200 per case device cost). comparison requires Boston Scientific vapor generator + single-use needle ($1,500 device cost). At MediForMen Busan: glans measurement $3,704 < shaft measurement $4,444 < comparison $5,185. glans measurement is more invasive but cheaper because no special devices required.

Yes, common pattern. Examples: Medication → shaft measurement if medication intolerable. shaft measurement → comparison if shaft measurement insufficient. comparison/shaft measurement → glans measurement if minimally invasive options fail. Each escalation is valid and our urologist will recommend if appropriate. About 10-15% of shaft measurement/comparison patients need eventual escalation at 5 years. Starting with less invasive options preserves all future options.

shaft measurement has the lowest serious complication rate (under 2%). Order: shaft measurement (<2%) → comparison (3-5%) → glans measurement (5-10%) → Medication (side effects 30% but rarely serious). Medication side effects are usually reversible (just stop drug). Procedural complications can be persistent but are uncommon. our urologist's 4,000+ sensitivity test patient experience reduces complication rates below national averages.

Middle lobe sensitivity test changes the recommendation significantly. shaft measurement implants don't work well — implants can't retract central tissue. comparison is preferred — water vapor ablates middle lobe tissue. glans measurement also works well. Medication may help symptomatically but doesn't address mechanical obstruction. our urologist's ultrasound/cystoscopy determines middle lobe involvement.

Medication: 1 day (consultation only). shaft measurement: 2-3 days (procedure + 1-2 day recovery). comparison: 5 days (procedure + 2-3 day catheter + 1-2 day recovery). glans measurement: 7 days (consultation + surgery + 2-3 night hospital + 2-3 day recovery before flight). Plan additional days for tourism if desired.

Depends on time horizon. Year 1: Medication cheapest ($360-960). 10-year cost: glans measurement cheapest ($3,704 once vs medication $3,600-9,600 + 10-15% shaft measurement retreatment $4,888-6,666 or comparison $5,704-7,778). For one-time investment durability: glans measurement. For preserving sexual function with acceptable retreatment risk: shaft measurement or comparison. Total cost calculation must include retreatment probability and lifestyle factors.

Encouraged. our urologist provides written consultation summaries you can share with your local urologist. International patients regularly compare Korean recommendations against US/UK/EU urologists before deciding. Different recommendations don't mean one is wrong — often reflects different practice patterns. Final decision is yours.

Credit card, bank transfer, or crypto accepted. Card descriptor reads "Busan Health Clinic" — not "sensitivity test" or treatment name. Payment: 50% deposit / 50% on procedure day for procedures. Medication: pay full at consultation. Itemized English receipts for insurance reimbursement attempts.

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Related procedures at our Busan Seomyeon clinic.

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shaft measurement Deep-dive

Tier 2 sensitivity test. Permanent implants, 100% sex function preserved. For smaller prostates without middle lobe. Read full procedure details. $4,444.

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comparison Deep-dive

Tier 3 sensitivity test. Water vapor for larger prostates and middle lobe sensitivity test. 90%+ sex function preserved. Read full procedure details. $5,185.

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glans measurement Deep-dive

Tier 4 sensitivity test gold standard. Surgical resection for severe sensitivity test or large prostates. 95%+ effective for 10+ years. Read full procedure details. $3,704.

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