Erectile Dysfunction (ED)

 

What is erectile dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the term used to describe a condition in which a man is unable to obtain or sustain an erection that is strong enough to permit pleasurable sexual engagement. ED may be a short-term or long-term problem. The symptoms of ED

can sometimes, but not always, obtain an erection when you want to have sex. can have an erection once in a while, but it never lasts long enough to have satisfactory or gratifying sex. never manage to get an erection

Medical professionals including urologists and general care physicians routinely treat ED. Despite being rather common, ED is not a typical ageing phenomenon. Consult a doctor if you suffer any ED symptoms. ED could be a sign of a more serious health issue.

It could be embarrassing and difficult for you to talk about ED with a medical professional. But keep in mind that having solid interpersonal interactions can improve your quality of life and help you have a generally healthy life. Particularly urologists have extensive training in engaging patients in conversation regarding a range of sexual concerns.

Does erectile dysfunction have another name?

In order to minimise confusion with other, non-medical uses of the word, medical professionals are now less likely to refer to ED by its other name, impotence.

Who is more likely to develop erectile dysfunction?

You're more likely to develop ED than not.

are older, have particular conditions or afflictions, use particular medications, and/or experience particular emotional or psychological challenges
exhibit certain health-related characteristics or behaviours, such as smoking or obesity

Find out more about the ED's causes and risk factors. Read more

What causes erectile dysfunction?

Numerous factors that affect your endocrine, neurological, and circulatory systems can either directly cause ED 

ED is not caused by ageing, despite the fact that you are more likely to develop it as you age. You can get ED treatment at any age.

How can erectile dysfunction be treated?

There can be an underlying cause for your erectile dysfunction (ED), which you can treat in conjunction with a doctor. Choosing an ED treatment is a personal decision.

The wisest course of action for your relationship with your spouse may be something you should discuss.

What side effects might erectile dysfunction medications have on me?

Priapism, or a persistent erection, is one of the side effects of ED drugs that you take orally, intravenously, or as a pellet in the urethra. A medical professional should be contacted right away if an erection lasts four hours or longer.

Men who take oral ED drugs can get eyesight or hearing loss as a result. Contact your doctor right away if you encounter any of these problems.

A suction device that sucks blood into the penis causes an erection to occur. The device is made up of three parts:

a vacuum-generating pump that you use to fill a plastic tube you wrap around your penis;

a penis, as well as an elastic ring that you slip from the tube's end to the base of it as you remove the tube.

The elastic ring maintains the erection throughout sexual activity by preventing blood from flowing back into your body while you are in an erection. The elastic ring can remain in position for up to 30 minutes.

The ring should then be removed in order to restore normal blood flow and prevent skin irritation.

Vacuum apparatus use may take some adjustment or practise. Your penis can get chilly or numb when using the device and turn purple.

Bruises can also occur on your penis.

Generally speaking, bruises don't hurt and disappear after a few days. However, hoover devices frequently have no effect on the orgasmic or climactic experience. Hoover devices may diminish ejaculation. (Learn More)