I have read somewhere that one in five men ages 20 and up has had erectile dysfunction. Does anyone out there know about treatments, if there is any?
Chosen Answer:
There are as a matter of fact, four ways to treat erectile dysfunction:
1 – Change of lifestyle. First, see your doctor to determine the cause: You may have a testosterone deficiency, or the problem might be related to medications or diabetes, hypertension or some other condition. Exercise helps but ask your doctor before you begin. Also helps to lose excess weight. Alcohol makes erectile dysfunction worse, so cut back or eliminate it, and quit smoking too. It decreases blood flow.
2 – Get Acupuncture. Sometimes the psychological and emotional aspects can be as important as the medical ones. So if you are stressed-out and having trouble relaxing or sleeping, give acupuncture a shot. It can help relieve stress, which may alleviate the ED. Your tension levels should drop in three to five sessions.
3 – Try medication. ED is treatable, thanks in part to new drugs. After an exam, a urologist may prescribe Viagra, Levitra or Cialis. All three relax the smooth muscle inside the penis to allow greater blood flow. If the drugs don’t work or if you are taking other pills that prevent you from using them, your doctor may suggest injectable drugs or prosthetics.
4 – Finally, revamp your diet. It’s often a sign that all is not right with the vascular system: Many men with ED also have heart disease, so take this as a sign to overhaul your lifestyle. Eat a diet based on plant foods, fish, omega-3, and whole grains, with no saturated or trans fats. Ask your doctor about the amino acid L-arginine too. It may improve the function of cells lining the blood vessels throughout the body.
by: Zion
on: 12th July 08