Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction, or ED, is a very common sexual condition affecting as many as 30 million men with approximately 3 million cases reported annually. ED is defined as difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection that is sufficient for sexual intercourse. Although erectile difficulties can occur from time to time with normal stressors, long-term problems should be discussed with your physician and evaluated for treatment, especially if they cause other symptoms of distress between a man and his partner, decreased confidence, or depression.

• Decreased blood flow in the penis or damage to nerves

• Stress or emotional reasons

• As an early warning of a more serious illness, such as: hardening or blocked arteries know as atherosclerosis, heart disease, stroke, heart attack, circulatory issues in the legs, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, diabetes

Emotional Reasons ED can occur include:

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Relationship conflicts

• Stress at home or work

• Stress from social, cultural, or religious conflicts

• Worry about sex performance

Risks for developing ED include:

• Men age 50 and over

• High blood sugar (Diabetes)

• High blood pressure

• Cardiovascular disease

• High cholesterol

• Smoking

• Drug use or excessive alcohol consumption

• Obesity

• Less active lifestyle

Treatment options available include oral medications (such as Viagra, Cialis, Levitra), injectable medications (Papaverine, Phentolamine, Alprostadil), intraurethral medication (Muse), Vacuum Erection Devices, testosterone replacement therapy, ultrasound therapy, prosthetic implantation (semi-rigid or inflatable implant).

Treatment Options for Men with Erectile Dysfunction

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Physical Reasons ED can occur include: