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Erectile dysfunction options
Different measures are used by people across the world for erectile dysfunction. These depend on the medical as well as the personal background of the person seeking treatment. There are several treatment options for erectile dysfunctions, some of them are:
PDE5 inhibitors:
These prescription-only pills, which help men get an erection in response to sexual stimulation, have rapidly become the most popular form of erectile dysfunction treatment worldwide. This method may feel more spontaneous and natural than other treatment options because they're convenient (you just take a pill shortly before you initiate sexual activity) and work only if you are sexually stimulated (by kissing or touching).
While millions of men the world over have used PDE5 inhibitors safely and effectively, they are not for everyone. It is better that you talk to your healthcare professional-who knows your medical history - to find out if they are right for you. Do not take PDE5 inhibitors if you are taking a medication that contains nitrates (such as nitroglycerin for chest pains), even if you take the nitrate medication only occasionally.
Other oral medicine:
Another recent addition to the list of treatment options is a drug called "apomorphine," which is now available as a tablet that dissolves under the tongue. Unlike PDE5 inhibitors, apomorphine works on a part of the brain that controls sex drive.
Injection therapy:
These prescription-only needles are filled with medicine that helps you get an erection. This method could have some side effects which could include prolonged erection, pain from the injection, and scar tissue on the penis.
Urethral insertion tablets:
These are prescription-only tablets or pellets you insert into your penis to help you get an erection. They offer another option for men who don't like injection therapy. These tablets cause local pain in a high number of users and should not be used if your partner is pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Vacuum devices:
With this method, you place a vacuum tube over your penis to help create an erection by suction. A ring you place around the base of your penis helps keep the erection. Vacuum devices are generally safe but should not be used for more than 30 minutes at a time because the penis may become cold and painful.
Surgical implants:
Surgically implanted silicone cylinders may be semi-rigid or may be inflated to produce an erection. While many men and their partners report satisfaction with this treatment, the surgical procedure may be painful, and there is a risk of infection both during and after the surgery.
Psychotherapy:
You (or your partner) talk to a psychiatrist, psychologist, or other mental health counselor about problems-sexual or otherwise-that may be affecting your ability to get or keep an erection.