By: Zia Sabri
Erectile dysfunction is a common type of male sexual dysfunction.
It is when a man has trouble getting or keeping an erection.
Erectile dysfunction becomes more common as you get older but it's not a natural part of aging.
Some people have trouble speaking with their doctors about sex but if you have erectile dysfunction you should tell your doctor.
Erectile dysfunction can be a sign of health problems. It may mean your blood vessels are clogged. It may mean you have nerve damage from diabetes.
If you don't see your doctor these problems will go untreated.
for many men, the answer is as simple as taking a pill.
Getting more exercise losing weight or stopping smoking may also help you.
Do you or your partner suffer from erectile dysfunction?
Is erectile dysfunction affecting your sex life, if so stay tuned as we'll be talking
about the most common causes of erectile dysfunction and how to treat it.
Welcome to Sabri Dawakhana. I'm Hakeem Zia Sabri and I'm going to tell you all about erectile dysfunction and how to treat it.
So what is erectile dysfunction, erectile dysfunction also known as impotence is the inability to obtain an erection and sustain it for long enough to engage in sexual intercourse.
Erectile dysfunction is a very common condition amongst men particularly once you reach the age of 40.
In most cases, the episodes are caused by stress anxiety lack of sleep or excessive alcohol intake for some men these can be a single episode that can self-resolve and are often nothing to worry about.
However, if you find that you or your partner are regularly suffering from erectile dysfunction this may indicate a more concerning medical or psychological problem.
In some cases, erectile dysfunction may also be associated with other medications you may be prescribed.
So how will my doctor find the cause of my erectile dysfunction during your consultation your doctor will take a detailed history regarding your erectile dysfunction.
Symptoms
The number of factors can also increase
your risk for the development of erectile dysfunction and each factor may need to be addressed individually.
Lifestyle factors include being overweight or having a history of smoking excessive alcohol intake or illicit drug use your doctor will also want to review your mental health they'll look at your anxiety and your stress which can dramatically influence your ability to get and sustain an Erection.
For some patients having a hormonal imbalance can play a role such as having a low level of testosterone or suffering from diabetes some prescribed medications can also cause erectile dysfunction such as antidepressants and some antipsychotic medications certain blood pressure medications and testosterone-blocking medications which are commonly used for prostate issues if you have a history of cardiovascular disease this may also indicate that the blood vessels supplying the penis are also affected if you've had a history of injury or surgery to the genital area or any conditions which may affect the
nerve supplying the penis your doctor will also need to examine you and your genitals.
You'll need to be assessed for signs of hormonal imbalances and nerve problems along with measurements of your blood pressure and heart rate to assess your cardiovascular health will need investigations.
Well, your doctor depending on the presentation and findings from your examination may consider performing some blood tests. These tests may help identify hormonal imbalances such as low testosterone levels or even help to identify other conditions contributing to your erectile dysfunction such as diabetes.
So what treatment is available for erectile dysfunction? Okay, your doctor has diagnosed you with erectile dysfunction.
What can be done to help thankfully treatments for the management of erectile dysfunction are effective in the vast majority of patients however it is important to recognize that the management of each patient's erectile dysfunction is likely to be different and will be dependent on the individual case where stress and anxiety of the precipitating cause you may benefit from psychosexual therapy here you'll be given the correct tools to manage your anxiety and stress levels which in turn should improve your mental wellbeing but also the symptoms of erectile dysfunction your doctor if relevant for you will discuss the importance of improving lifestyle factors such as reducing alcohol intake stopping smoking and avoiding drug misuse keeping your weight at a healthy level can also be beneficial and either a dietitian or your own doctor can help you with this.
Where a medical course can be identified your doctor will advise you on the required steps to manage these conditions.
For example the use of medications to control your blood pressure and cholesterol to improve your cardiovascular health which in turn improves your symptoms of erectile dysfunction.
So what about medications you've probably heard of viagra also known as sildenafil perhaps one of the most famous medications to treat erectile dysfunction. This is a medication that's available on a prescription from your doctor or from your local pharmacy.
These medications are taken prior to intercourse and are effective in around three-quarters of patients however we would advise against purchasing this medication online as there are many websites selling counterfeit products.
Can I use a vacuum pump?
Vacuum pumps work by sucking blood into the penis and there may be an option for a patient who has not had great success with the medications however it can be a little bit traumatic and can cause a little bit of bruising.
Are there any surgical options?
Surgical options of course do exist in the form of penile implants however they come with surgery and their own risks. This option usually is reserved for those patients whose other treatments have failed.
If this is something that you wish to pursue and you've tried all the other options you should discuss this with your regular doctor they'll probably suggest a referral to a specialist at that point.
We hope you have found this information useful. Of course, this article does not provide any individual medical advice and is intended for informational purposes only do not consider this as a substitute for professional medical advice
diagnosis or treatment please don't ignore professional medical advice in
seeking treatment because of something you've read here if you believe you may have a medical emergency immediately call your doctor or ambulance service.
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