Information about your personal and sexual history may be useful when making a diagnosis. Your doctor might ask questions, such as:
NO is one of the key molecules involved in getting an erection. It works by dilating (widening) blood vessels in the penis, allowing more blood to flow into it, which is how an erection takes place. Anything that disrupts its production is bad news for strong erections.
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VEDs provide a simple way of obtaining an erection for 30-45 minutes by sucking blood into the penis and holding it in place with a constriction (pictured). Ejaculation may be restricted by the ring but this technique is simple, safe and has no known side-effects. Unfortunately, most patients have to purchase VEDs themselves.
Normal erections are dependent upon complex interactions between the vascular, hormonal, neurologic, and physiological systems. A disruption within any of these systems can compromise a man’s ability to achieve an erection.
There are dozens of "dietary supplements" that claim to treat erectile dysfunction, but the FDA warns that many of these are not what they seem. One investigation discovered that supplements for erectile dysfunction can often contain prescription drugs not listed on the label, including the active ingredient in Viagra. These can put the man at risk for dangerous drug interactions. You should consult your doctor before using any supplements to treat ED.
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is often associated with urinary symptoms, such as urinary frequency, nocturia, and urgency. Often these symptoms are related to benign prostatic enlargement (BPE). It is unclear if the urinary symptoms cause ED, but generally, ED gets worse when urinary symptoms worsen.
The doctor or nurse will ask about your lifestyle and relationships, and any problems you might be having.
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If you have long-term ED, a penile implant could help you have sex again. An inflatable implant uses two cylinders you can pump full of pressurized fluid. A malleable implant uses rods that let you adjust the position of your penis.
There are several causes of erectile dysfunction. Some important erectile dysfunction causes are as follows:
The diagnosis of erectile dysfunction is made clinically, based on a patient’s symptoms. It therefore is important for patients to be evaluated by their GP in the first instance. At this appointment, a full history will be taken from the patient regarding the current symptoms and other medical issues. Regular medications will also be reviewed to ensure that there are no contributing factors. Questions regarding alcohol intake and smoking will also be asked. A general physical examination will be performed by the GP, which may include checking blood pressure and an examination of the genitals. Examination of the vascular system and peripheral nervous system may also be undertaken.
Your healthcare provider may recommend a vacuum device, also called a “penis pump,” to help you get an erection. The pump helps pull blood into your penis, so you can achieve an erection that lasts long enough for sexual intercourse. It’s paired with an elastic ring that helps you maintain an erection.
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Stability ball is one of the most versatile exercise equipment out there. You can use it to stretch and strengthen any part of your body. Vidyut, for instance, has incorporated it into his kalari sutra workout. He has placed his feet atop it while being in a plank position and pushed his hips upward and downward in an alternate motion, so as to stretch and strengthen the joints. When you do this exercise, make sure you maintain proper balance and stop your legs from falling off the stability ball. Go down on all fours. Place your palms on the floor in line with your shoulders. Lift your legs off the floor and place them on a stability ball. Keep your elbows and knees straight. Raise your hips to make a mountain with your body. Lower your hips and bring them as close to the floor as possible without touching it. Repeat in a seamless motion.
Similar to injections, we always give the first suppository in our office to make sure there are no problems and that you are comfortable doing this. Pros Cons No needle Mimics normal erection Discreet Gives best erection to glans (head of penis) Rare scarring or prolong erection (priapism) Pain in penis (30%) Expensive Less effective than injections (50%) Bleeding from urethra Hard to use if have tremor or poor vision or severe obesity Poor long-term satisfaction (less than 40%)