Good News for Treating Impotency |
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Impotence is when a man is unable to get or maintain an erection long enough to have sexual intercourse. Erectile dysfunction is a term also used to describe the inability for a man to maintain an erection or if the man is able to get an erection the penis is not hard enough for intercourse. The myth is that only older men suffer from impotence but the truth is men of all ages experience Erectile dysfunction. Unfortunately Impotence is something no man wants to deal with. Luckily there are many options available to treat Impotence and have you pleasing your lady in no time. A trip to the Dr will determine if you have an underlying medical condition that is causing the Impotence. Medical conditions that can cause Impotence are problems with the nervous system, circulation problems, or a hormonal problem. The Dr will do several examinations to pin point the cause such as urinalysis, regular physical exam, blood test to measure the testosterone in the body, and finally the patient will have to monitor his erections. After the cause of the Impotence is established the doctor will give a variety of treatment options. These treatments for Impotence range from pills to penis pumps. If a pill is prescribed to treat the Impotence the man takes the pill by mouth one hour before sexual intercourse. The pill works by releasing chemicals into the body that relax the muscles in the penis allowing for increased blood circulation to the penis. Pills are the most common treatment for Impotence now and have low side effects. Side effects of the pills may possibly be an erection that lasts for extended periods of time. If you are taking and pill for treatment of your Impotence and experience an erection lasting longer that 24 hours you should seek medical attention immediately. Other methods for treating Impotence include psychotherapy and ED pumps. The ED pumps create a vacuum suction when the penis is inserted into the pump that draws blood to the penis. When the penis is erect the base of the pump is removed, and the elastic band remains on the penis to help maintain the erection. The downside to the pumps is that they can break or the suction can malfunction during use. The bottom line is Impotence does not have to ruin your love life. There are many options available simply find the treatment that best fits your lifestyle. |