Erectile Dysfunction
What is erectile dysfunction (ED)?
What is erectile dysfunction (ED)?
Erectile dysfunction is the inability to achieve and/or maintain an adequate erection.
What are some causes of erectile dysfunction?
Vascular Issues: Poor blood flow to the penis.
Age: ED increases with age
Neurological Disorders: Nerve-related conditions affecting signals.
Pelvic Surgery or Trauma: Nerve and blood vessel damage.
Hormonal Imbalances: Low testosterone, thyroid issues.
Peyronie's Disease: Scar tissue causing curved erections.
Psychological Factors: Stress, anxiety, depression.
Chronic Illnesses: Conditions like kidney or heart disease.
Medications: Side effects of certain drugs.
Sleep Disorders: Sleep apnea affects hormones.
Lifestyle Factors: Smoking, alcohol, lack of exercise.
Relationship Issues: Conflicts or lack of communication.
Obesity: Excess weight affecting hormones and blood flow.
What are some treatments for erectile dysfunction?
Oral Medications: Drugs like sildenafil (Viagra), tadalafil (Cialis), and vardenafil (Levitra) help increase blood flow to the penis.
Hormone Therapy: If low testosterone is a cause, hormone replacement therapy might help.
Injections: IPT-141 works on the central nervous system to increase sexual arousal and desire. PT-141 is administered via a subcutaneous injection and can be self-administered.
Psychological Counseling: Therapy to address underlying psychological factors.
Lifestyle Changes: Improving diet, exercise, quitting smoking, and managing stress can help.
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