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Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction is a type of disorder in males in which they are unable to maintain an erection prolonged or firm enough for sex.

While erection issues can occur when you are feeling nervous, anxious, frustrated or tired, in most cases, erectile dysfunction (ED) is a sign of an underlying health condition. .

This condition may also result from certain medications or side effects of cancer treatments, substance or alcohol use. Erectile dysfunction is also called impotence.

TREATMENT

Types of Erectile Dysfunction

There are different types of erectile dysfunction, resulting from a different cause:

This is the most common type of ED and occurs when the blood vessels that supply the penis are affected.

When nerves that supply the penis are affected or damaged due to trauma, pelvic surgery, radiation therapy or neurologic conditions like multiple sclerosis or stroke, it results in neurogenic ED.

Occurs when testosterone is deficient or due to thyroid issues.

Occurs when testosterone is deficient or due to thyroid issues.

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TREATMENT

What are the causes of Erectile Dysfunction?

Certain conditions may cause erectile dysfunction, such as:

  • Type 2 diabetes, diabetes-related neuropathy
  • Hypertension (high blood pressure)
  • High cholesterol
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Stroke
  • Vascular diseases
  • Chronic kidney disease
  • Epilepsy
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More Causes

More causes of erectile dysfunction

Trauma is also a common cause of erectile dysfunction. Injuries to the penis or surrounding areas also cause ED. These include:

  • Penile fracture
  • Pelvic surgery
  • Injury to the pelvic bones, bladder, prostate or spinal cord
  • Radiation therapy

Side effects of certain medications may cause ED. Some of these include:

  • Anti-anxiety medications
  • Blood pressure medications
  • Diuretics
  • Antihistaminics
  • Chemotherapy drugs
  • Antidepressants
  • Antiarrhythmics
  • Sedatives
  • Muscle relaxers

A few other substances that may cause ED include:

  • Alcohol
  • Opioids
  • Amphetamines
  • Cocaine
  • Barbiturates
  • Nicotine
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PROCEDURE

What are the common symptoms of Erectile Dysfunction

Here are a few symptoms of erectile dysfunction that make it easy to diagnose the condition:

  • Inability to get an erection before sexual intercourse
  • Require lots of stimulation to maintain an erection
  • Complete failure to get an erection
  • Inability to get and maintain an erection during sexual intercourse
RISKS

Who is affected by Erectile Dysfunction?

You may develop ED if:

  • You are over 40
  • Have diabetes
  • Have a body mass index (BMI) over 40
  • Have depression
  • Are physically inactive
  • You smoke
Affected by Erectile Dysfunction

How is Erectile Dysfunction diagnosed?

If you are experiencing one or more symptoms of erectile dysfunction, seek medical care. The healthcare provider will diagnose the condition based on your signs and symptoms and personal and sexual history.

They may also perform a thorough evaluation to determine the cause of your erectile dysfunction. You may also need to undergo a few tests to help them understand the potential cause of your ED. Some of these tests include

  • Blood investigations (including a complete blood count)
  • Lipid panel
  • Liver function tests (LFTs)
  • Thyroid tests
  • Testosterone test
  • Urinalysis
  • Penile doppler ultrasound
RECOVERY

How is Erectile Dysfunction treated?

Once ED has been diagnosed, the next step is to determine its cause and eliminate it. This will help relieve ED and enable you to get a normal erection. Treatment for ED includes:

Drugs like sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil, avanafil

Alprostadil injection, suppository and testosterone replacement

If the above medications are ineffective, your healthcare provider may recommend penis pumps or implants.

Moderate to vigorous aerobic activity has been found to improve erectile dysfunction.

 

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

When performed by a trained andrologist, most treatments to correct erectile dysfunction are relatively safe and pain-free. While they may cause mild side effects, they usually resolve in a few days. If you feel pain or discomfort during treatment, let your doctor know.

Oral drugs are the most common and effective treatment for erectile dysfunction. If these are ineffective, testosterone therapy and penile injections are also effective.

You will begin noticing an improvement in erectile dysfunction around 4 to 8 weeks after starting oral medications. Ask your doctor about the effectiveness of your treatment during consultation.

Oral medications like sildenafil are usually the first line of treatment for erectile dysfunction. When these are ineffective, other options may be advised.

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can result in erectile dysfunction.

Depending upon the underlying cause, erectile dysfunction can last for a few months to years.

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