Erectile Dysfunction Treatment
What is erectile dysfunction?
It is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection long enough for intercourse. Persistence of the problem may indicate underlying health problems and it may cause anxiety and psychological stress that may harm relationships
Symptoms of Erectile Dysfunction
There are signs that my precede erectile dysfunction
- Difficulty achieving erections
- Sudden loss of erection
- Decreased libido
- Other sexual issues like premature or delayed ejaculation
- Comorbidities like diabetes or heart diseases
If any of the aforementioned symptoms occur, a physician must be consulted as soon as possible
Causes of Erectile Dysfunction
Some factors may lead to sudden erectile dysfunction، including both physical and psychological. A solitary or multiple simultaneous factors can cause the problem
Causes of sudden erectile dysfunction:
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Obesity
- Heart and cardiovascular diseases
- Decreased testosterone levels or hormonal disturbances
- Kidney diseases
- Medications that may affect sexual health
- Addiction of drugs and alcohol
- Multiple sclerosis
- Surgeries or injuries affecting the pelvic area
- Some Neurological disorders increase the chance of erectile dysfunction like: Alzheimer, Parkinson’s disease، and tumors of the brain and the spinal column
- Strokes
Psychological Erectile Dysfunction
Some psychological stresses like anxiety or depression ، may cause erectile dysfunction.
Anxiety stimulates the release of metabolites that affects erections. Decreased libido and frustration may cause relationship problems.
Psychological causes screening must be done and may indicate referral to a specialist
Erectile Dysfunction Diagnosis
The process starts with inquiry about the symptoms and the persistence of the problem then some investigation may be required
- Physical examination
- Health and sexual history
- Prostate exam
Further investigations may be required:
- Penile ultrasound to detect blood flow problems
- Nocturnal penile tumescence test
- Injection test: to assess the rigidity and duration of erections
- Urine Lab analysis to detect comorbidities like diabetes and heart disease
- Hormonal assays: thyroid levels and testosterone levels are measured
Diagnosis leads to an appropriate treatment protocol
Complications of Erectile Dysfunction
Persistence of the problem may lead to complications as:
- Anxiety
- Frustration and embarrassment
- Decreased libido
- Relationship issues
- Delayed conception
Erectile Dysfunction Treatment
Before starting the treatment protocol, medication history is taken to assess whether the issue is a side effect of current medications. After reaching a diagnosis, treatment protocol options are explained with emphasis on benefits and possible risks
Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction in Dar Elzokora
In Dar Elzokora , the patient goes through some stages:
- History taking: to screen for any causative diseases of Erectile dysfunction or drugs that may cause the condition. Previous surgeries and diseases are reviewed and a psychological evaluation is done
- The specialist lists the required investigations like testosterone levels, urine analysis and some imaging like penile ultrasound to detect blood flow in the peni.
- According to the diagnosis and the condition an appropriate treatment protocol is initiated that spans from pharmaceuticals to surgery.
- Pharmaceutical drugs uses, doses and interaction with other drugs, especially those taken for chronic diseases, are explained to the patient.
- Continuous follow up during the treatment period till the patient achieves full recovery.
Prevention of Erectile Dysfunction and its causes.
Adherence to some instructions may help prevent the occurrence of erectile dysfunction , Protection methods include the following:
- Adherence to a healthy lifestyle with regular workouts
- Healthy diet and keeping an optimum weight
- Simple exercises to decrease anxiety like yoga
- Regular physical checkups
- Regular follow up for chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease
- Seeking help in case of depression, anxiety and other psychological stresses
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