Erectile dysfunction (ED) treatment targets the root cause. Options range from lifestyle changes (exercising, quitting smoking) to oral medications like Viagra (sildenafil) and Cialis (tadalafil). If pills are ineffective, treatments include vacuum devices, penile injections, shockwave therapy, or penile implants.
Treatment are:
1. Oral Medications to increase blood flow to the penis. They are Sildenafil (Viagra), Tadalafil (Cialis), Vardenafil (Levitra), and Avanafil (Stendra). These must be taken under medical supervision, as they can interact dangerously with nitrate medications for heart conditions.
2. Up to 75% of ED cases have complex causes, but adopting a healthy lifestyle can reverse mild ED. They are vigorous cardiovascular exercise, losing excess weight, eating a nutrient-rich diet, and quitting smoking.
3. Vacuum Erection Devices (VEDs): A plastic cylinder placed over the penis uses a pump to create a vacuum, drawing blood into the organ. A tension band is then placed at the base to maintain the erection.
4. Injectables and Suppositories: If pills fail, medicines like alprostadil can be injected into the side of the penis or inserted as a tiny suppository into the urethra to trigger an erection.
5. Psychological Counseling: When ED is due to performance anxiety, stress, or relationship issues, seeing a psychologist can help ease symptoms.
6. Surgical Options: For severe cases, penile implants can be surgically placed inside the penis. Other surgical treatments include vascular reconstruction for younger men with pelvic trauma.
7. Shockwave Therapy: Low-intensity shockwave therapy is designed to improve penile blood flow naturally by encouraging the formation of new blood vessel.
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