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Problems and safety
The things that go wrong: a chip that will not come out, one that ends up in the bladder, bleeding, pain, and hardware that breaks in use. Each page pairs the incident with what the maker changed afterwards. This is the topic to read first, and any symptom that does not settle is a reason to see a doctor.
Precautions and preparation
How thick can the chip wire be? | Limits depend on the design [OK Prostate Chip]The diary reports pain, bleeding and breakage involving chip wires with different thicknesses and bends.
Could my chip slip into the bladder? | Shape cannot guarantee prevention [OK Prostate Chip]Enlarged ends and curved connections did not prevent every reported case of a chip entering the bladder.
Are risky chips taken off sale? | Some were withdrawn; restrictions changed [OK Prostate Chip]Reported injuries prompted several withdrawals and redesigns.
Is the OK Prostate Chip safe? | Normal tests did not establish safety [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records normal tests alongside injuries, difficult removal, and broken devices.
What if the thread breaks? | A second thread is only a backup [OK Prostate Chip]A retrieval thread (a line attached for removal) can break, leaving a chip inside the body.Dropping into the bladder or getting stuck
Will a urologist help if my chip is stuck? | Some clinics refer patients elsewhere [OK Prostate Chip]Some clinics referred chip-removal cases elsewhere, while others treated them locally.
Could a chip damage my bladder or require surgery? | Both risks appear in the diary [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records bladder injuries and warnings that chip removal could require open surgery.
Can I remove a stuck prostate chip myself? | Get medical help immediately [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records stuck chips, missing retrieval threads, failed home attempts, and cases requiring hospital treatment.
Has My Chip Entered the Bladder? | Lost Sensation Cannot Confirm Its Position [OK Prostate Chip]Diary reports describe chips entering the bladder with little warning or a sudden loss of sensation.
Can a broken thread leave the chip stuck? | Yes, hospital removal has been reported [OK Prostate Chip]Broken or detached threads have left chips inside, sometimes requiring hospital removal.
Prostate chip stuck inside? | Hospital removal may be needed [OK Prostate Chip]Stuck chips have required hospital removal, sometimes with admission and anesthesia.
My retrieval thread has disappeared | Some cases needed hospital removal [OK Prostate Chip]Customer reports include vanished thread ends, bladder entry, and hospital removal.
Will a stuck chip come out when I pee? | Some cases needed hospital removal [OK Prostate Chip]Some chips passed during urination; others remained inside and required hospital removal.
Can two chips get stuck together? | Tangling led to hospital treatment and discontinued designs [OK Prostate Chip]Linked chips have overlapped or tangled, sometimes requiring hospital removal.
My prostate chip won't come out | Immediate medical care is needed [OK Prostate Chip]A stuck chip can involve lost threads, rotation, or overlapping parts; the diary repeatedly records hospital removal.Ways it must not be used
Can I use saliva as lubricant? | The maker says no [OK Prostate Chip]The diary links inadequate lubrication with resistance, sticking, and injuries, including a chip requiring hospital removal.
Can a prostate chip irritate my bladder? | The maker cautions against prolonged stimulation [OK Prostate Chip]Mr. Okada reported discomfort and changing urinary urges after bladder stimulation.
Can I safely use an electrode chip? | The diary gives no universal safe setting [OK Prostate Chip]Customers reported pain and lingering sensations from electrode chips, sometimes at their controller's lowest setting.
Why does my chip keep slipping out? | The diary reports limits to retention [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records chips shifting with movement and connecting parts emerging when the penis shrinks.
Should I pull harder when my chip is stuck? | The maker warns against force [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records thread detachment, trapped chips, and injuries associated with forceful pulling.
Could this put too much pressure on my prostate? | The diary records pain and design changes [OK Prostate Chip]The diary reports pain and bleeding during tests Mr. Okada associated with excessive or sustained prostate pressure.
Can the chip turn inside my urethra? | Rotation and hospital removals have been reported [OK Prostate Chip]Customers reported chips turning, connected parts overlapping, and devices requiring hospital removal.
Can I push the chip farther in? | The maker warns against forcing it [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records bleeding, damaged wires, and devices entering the bladder after excessive pushing.
Which prostate chip should a beginner choose? | The maker favors shorter designs and caution [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records beginner difficulties, bleeding, infection concerns, and devices that became difficult or impossible to remove.Bleeding, pain and inflammation
Can I ejaculate or have sex with a chip inside? | The diary records bleeding and injury [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records suspected semen backflow, bleeding, and a broken glass chip associated with ejaculation while the device remained inside.
Could this device cause a metal allergy? | The diary reports suspected reactions and changing precautions [OK Prostate Chip]The diary reports suspected reactions to exposed metal, without recorded confirmation of metal allergy.
Could the chip cause headaches or heart symptoms? | The diary reports both [OK Prostate Chip]Mr. Okada reports headaches, chills, irregular heartbeats, and episodes he calls heart failure during or after testing.
Rectal bleeding or pain after a prostate device? | The diary records injuries and design changes [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records rectal bleeding, pain, damaged prototypes, and a covered chip moving entirely inside.
Can a tight penis ring cause blisters or tissue damage? | The maker reports serious pressure problems [OK Prostate Chip]Mr. Okada reports purple discoloration, blisters, and difficult removal in experiments involving rings and plates.
Could the chip's shape cause bleeding? | The diary records injuries and suspected causes [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records bleeding with ridged, pointed, and long chips, without establishing a single cause.
Bleeding after use? | The maker advises stopping use [OK Prostate Chip]Customers reported blood in urine, dripping blood, and bleeding that returned after a break.
Infection after chip use? | The diary records illness requiring hospital care [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records fever, bleeding, and hospital treatment following chip use.
Pain after using a prostate chip? | The diary records injuries and unresolved risks [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records pain, bleeding, urine leakage, and devices that became stuck.
Urine leakage or can't pee after a chip? | Some cases needed hospital treatment [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records urine leakage, sudden urges and difficulty urinating, including cases that required hospital treatment.
Can the thread hurt my urethra? | Pain and bleeding appear in the diary [OK Prostate Chip]Customers reported pain and bleeding; thread digging in was a suspected cause.
Bleeding after use? | The maker suspects friction; blood needs medical attention [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records bleeding, injuries, and hospital treatment after chip use.
Blood in my urine after chip use | Seek medical care promptly [OK Prostate Chip]Bleeding appears in reports of injury, difficult chip removal, and illness requiring hospital treatment.
Could a rough chip edge cause injury? | The diary records injuries and design changes [OK Prostate Chip]Customers reported scratches and bleeding around rough surfaces, sharp thread joints, cracks, and exposed wire.
My prostate chip won't go in—or feels too big and painful | Smaller dimensions do not guarantee a comfortable fit [OK Prostate Chip]A chip can be too big at its rear attachment, even when the front fits.Cracks, breaks and product failures
My chip arrived broken | The diary records replacement and refund options [OK Prostate Chip]Glass and ceramic chips have arrived broken, sometimes inside packaging with no visible damage.
Why won't my IC controller work? | The diary records several possible causes [OK Prostate Chip]A controller may light up without vibrating, or vibrate without responding to its switches.
Can wrong batteries or voltage break my chip? | Yes, motors and controllers can fail [OK Prostate Chip]The diary reports overheating, motor failure, and controller damage involving excessive voltage, reversed batteries, or incompatible controllers.
Can a glass chip break inside me? | The diary reports breaks and injuries [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records glass chips cracking or breaking inside the body, including a case involving bladder injury.
My chip is coming apart | Loose joints can expose wire [OK Prostate Chip]Loose connections have exposed wires, accompanied bleeding, and prompted repairs or refunds.
My OK Prostate Chip motor stopped working | The cause depends on the motor and controller [OK Prostate Chip]A stopped motor could reflect an intermittent fault, insufficient power, or an incompatible controller.
Could the chip break inside me? | Breakage and hospital removal have been reported [OK Prostate Chip]Broken tips and connections have caused injuries, with some cases requiring hospital removal.
Is the rubber coating coming apart? | The damaged part matters [OK Prostate Chip]Peeling cable insulation, cracked rubber joints, and damaged tubes have different consequences in the diary.
Is my chip cable broken? | Intermittent power can signal a wire fault [OK Prostate Chip]Cable faults have caused intermittent power, stopped vibration, and a reported trapped-device incident.
Is my prostate chip defective? | Repairs, replacements, and refunds depend on the fault [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records loose threads, exposed metal, electrical faults, and chips breaking inside the body.
Is my resin chip cracking or peeling? | Damage is reported, and causes vary [OK Prostate Chip]The diary records peeling coatings, broken resin bodies, and detached attachments, including one report involving blood in urine.
Can the wire break? | Yes, and reported failures prompted redesigns [OK Prostate Chip]Wire breakage has affected stainless connections, covered cables, and chipless devices made from wire inside tubing.