Category : Urology
Erectile Dysfunction can be treated with the help of experienced specialists and care.
What Is Erectile Dysfunction?
Erectile Dysfunction or ED is defined as trouble getting or keeping an erection that’s firm enough for sex.
Symptoms of Erectile Dysfunction
- Getting an erection sometimes, but not every time while having sex
- Getting an erection, but not making it last long enough for sex
- Unable to get an erection
Causes of Erectile Dysfunction
- Diabetes mellitus
- Cardiovascular disease
- High cholesterol
- Smoking & Drinking
- Hypertension
- Atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries)
- Stress, anxiety, or depression
- Brain or spinal cord injuries
- Radiation therapy to the testicles
- Stroke
- Some type of prostate or bladder surgery
- Hypogonadism (a condition that leads to low levels of the male hormone, testosterone)
Treatment for Erectile Dysfunction
- Oral medications
- Sex therapy
- Penile injections
- Vacuum devices
- Surgery (penile implant)