Different statistics and studies show the percentage of men with the erectile dysfunction diagnosis is on the increase. Erectile dysfunction has become very common in any population more men are resulting to one of several means to reinvigorate their sex life.
There are several options to consider in treating erectile dysfunction, from the do it yourself treatments to the use of pills like Levitra, Cialis and the popular Viagra to surgeries and sex therapy, etc.
It is quite important to know more about these remedies to make an informed decision when choosing one for yourself. Here are some of the remedies that are available for you to choose from.
Therapy
One of the most effective ways of dealing with erectile dysfunction in which the underlining cause is psychological and mental is to get help from a professional. Erectile dysfunction that does not result from any physical means but is due to your body confidence level, fear or performance anxiety, stress, etc can easily be addressed through couples counselling, sex therapy, and individual therapy.
Sexual Performance drugs
Most erectile dysfunction pills are usually the first port of call when people are faced with erectile dysfunction. Viagra, Cialis and Levitra are very effective to about 80% of the time, it is quite important to note that they can cause headaches and nasal congestions as well as other side effects. Also it is advisable not to combine ED pills with Pills used to treat heart diseases as this can lead to high blood pressure.
Implants
This will be quite effective when the cause of the erectile dysfunction is neurological or due to a spinal cord injury. In using a malleable prosthesis or an implantable pump, ensure that you consider the risk of mechanical breakdown and infection that may likely arise.
Penile Injections
Injection of alprostadil is arguably the most effective erectile dysfunction treatment especially for men who do not enjoy taking erectile dysfunction pills. It is about 85 percent successful which is 5 percent more than Ed pills and the only side effects to watch out for is burning sensation and having an erection that last for over four hours which is called priapism.
Medicated urethral system (MUSE)
It is one of the do it you self-method available especially for those who do not want to take the penile injection. It involves inserting a dissolvable pellet into the penis opening or urethra. It guarantees an erection of close to an hour and the side effects include burning, redness, minor bleeding etc.
Vacuum pump
The use of a vacuum pump to tackle erectile dysfunction simply involves pumping air into a cylinder placed around the penis to force blood to flow and then sliding an elastic ring onto the base of the penis to maintain the erection. While this treatment is effective 75% of the time the side effects include bruising, numbness and weak ejaculation.
