Erectile dysfunction (ED), or impotence, is a major challenge for many men today regardless of their age — young, middle-aged, or old. Because erectile dysfunction may be caused by many factors — a health condition, emotional or relationship problems, some kinds of medication, smoking, drugs, or alcohol — an erectile dysfunction cure is possible.
Our patients often undergo a full body exam to determine whether they have early cardiovascular disease, vascular disease or a metabolic condition such as diabetes. Treatment is addressed with a multi-disciplinary approach.
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5027992/ Erectile Dysfunction Predicts Cardiovascular Events as an Independent Risk Factor: A Systemic Review and Meta-Analysis. (2019).
Unfortunately, people who take nitrates for cardiovascular conditions may not be suitable candidates for PDE-5 inhibitor ED treatments. They will likely have to pursue alternative ED treatments.
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While condoms can make arousal more difficult, there is no link between wearing condoms and ED.
Viagra or Sildenafil (the generic equivalent), Cialis or Tadalafil (generic equivalent), Spedra and Levitra have been very successful at treating ED for the majority of men. With the choice of treatments available, if one does not suit you then it’s very worthwhile trying another.
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The price of sildenafil offered by each pharmacy varies as each supplier decides on their own prices. Some pharmacies mark the product price up more than others.
What essential oils are good for erectile dysfunction? Essential oils that may help improve circulation and increase libido include:
For an algorithm to facilitate evaluation and treatment of patients with ED, see figure 2.
Do not take avanafil if you are also using a nitrate drug for chest pain or heart problems. This includes nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate, and isosorbide mononitrate. Nitrates are also found in some recreational drugs such as amyl nitrate or nitrite ("poppers"). Taking avanafil with a nitrate medicine can cause a sudden and serious decrease in blood pressure.
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DiabetesDiabetes is a known risk factor for ED, and its prevalence in patients with diabetes is estimated to be greater than 50%. When compared to a healthy control group, men with diabetes were found to be 3.5 times more likely to have ED than those without diabetes.21 While PDE5Is have proven to be highly efficacious in the treatment of ED, men with diabetes tend to have a poorer response with this drug class compared with those without, although some of the evidence is mixed. Because the release of NO is mediated by neuronal and endothelial NO synthase, it is postulated that neuropathy and endothelial disease (commonly diagnosed in patients with diabetes) diminish the effects of PDE5Is.22