Diagnosis of Sexual Dysfunction
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Posted on 14-03-2023 12:12 AM
Living with erectile dysfunction can be stressful and challenging. Getting to the exact cause of your ed and finding a solution starts with a medical diagnosis by one of our health care team members.
Erectile dysfunction is typically diagnosed by:
reviewing your sexual history
vacuum devices
various penis implants
men who smoke, are overweight, or were diagnosed with chronic illnesses are often at risk for ed. So are men who suffer from certain forms of cancer or from cancer treatments. While these treatment options may offer relief from ed, some might be uncomfortable, inconvenient, or indiscrete. Others may be virtually pain-free and quick.
Treatment of Sexual Dysfunction
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of erectile dysfunction in subjects with suboptimal response to phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors.
Anxiety : anxiety can stem from anything—worrying about not being able to perform in bed (performance anxiety), finances, family responsibilities and more. This anxiety can come in the middle of the sexual act and cause the person to lose an erection early. Stress: everyday stress wreaks havoc on not only a person’s heart and digestive system , but also their penis. Sex can work as a stress-buster and stress itself can cause problems in sex. Depression : erectile dysfunction can have its root in depression as well. Depression is a potent dampener of desires, including a person’s sexual desire.
How Common Is Sexual Dysfunction?
Approximately 50% of men in their 50s experience mild or moderate erectile dysfunction. As you age, the number grows. It is expected that 60% of men in their 60s, and 70% of men in their 70s experience some form of ed.
If you have any medical questions or concerns, please talk to your healthcare provider. The articles on health guide are underpinned by peer-reviewed research and information drawn from medical societies and governmental agencies. However, they are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Getting (and maintaining) an erection requires a surprising amount of things to go right. Your brain sends signals through your nerves and hormones, which have to communicate with your blood vessels and muscles before an erection can happen. If one thing goes wrong in that complicated exchange between your cardiovascular and nervous systems—not to mention your hormone levels, blood vessels, and mood—the result can be erectile dysfunction (ed).