How Effective is Vardenafil (Levitra)? In a series of four studies conducted on patients of several ethnic backgrounds, and some having pr-existing conditions, Vardenafil proved to work significantly better in improving the ability to have an erection over all placebos in every age group. The doses of Vardenafil in the four studies...
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How Effective is Sildenafil (Viagra)? Sildenafil is used in the treatment of Impotence, whether it is caused due to physical or psychological circumstances. Studies have also shown its effectiveness in treating Impotence in men who have the following pre-existing conditions: coronary artery disease, diabetes mellitus, hypertension,...
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Effectiveness of Testosterone in Treating Impotence In patients with Hypogonadism, testosterone treatment can improve libido and cure impotence. However, the response to the testosterone treatment of men with erectile dysfunction and experiencing Hypogonadism is not complete. Many men might still need additional oral medications...
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Viagra (Sildenafil) Sildenafil (Viagra) was the first oral phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor approved by the FDA in the United States for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (it is not approved for women). Sildenafil inhibits PDE5, which is an enzyme that destroys cGMP. By inhibiting the destruction of cGMP by PDE5,...
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Cycling and Impotence How does bicycling lead Impotence? Prolonged pressure on the tissues of the perineum (the area of the groin between the penis and anus) can damage blood vessels and nerves which are needed for an erection. In short, the area right behind your testicles can be squeezed too much while riding a bike for prolonged...
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Much in the same manner that heart disease is caused by smoking, impotence can also be caused by these harmful effects. Atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, can narrow the smaller blood vessels leading to the penis. In addition, nicotine makes blood vessels within the penis become narrower making it more and more difficult...
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Impotence & Radical Prostatectomy Impotence is common after a prostatectomy. Urologists, if possible, will attempt to perform nerve sparing surgery in an attempt to reduce impotence in patients. However, this is not always possible, and the risks can be high. In the medical industry, there has been some debate whether a surgery...
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Psychological factors can cause impotence. Attributed psychological factors include: stress, anxiety, guilt, depression, low self-esteem, and fear of sexual failure. The treatment of psychologically based impotence involves techniques that help to decrease the anxiety which is associated with intercourse. The partner of a patient...
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Estimates show that about 35-75% of men with diabetes will experience at least some degree of ED, also known commonly as impotence, during their lifetime. This is much higher than the percentage of men who are not afflicted with diabetes. Men with diabetes tend to develop impotence up to 10 to 15 years earlier than men without...
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The key to treating Impotence (ED) starts with lowering the blood pressure. Without doing this critical step, there is no further help that can cause healthy natural erections. Some people are able to lower their blood pressure through lifestyle changes alone, while others often need help by means of medication used to lower one’s...
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Adjusting medications Many common medicines can cause impotence as a side effect. Medicines that can cause impotence include many used to treat high blood pressure: antihistamines, antidepressants, tranquilizers, and appetite suppressants. Examples of common medicines that can cause erectile dysfunction include beta-blockers such as...
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Patient History A diagnosis of impotence is made in men who have repeated inability to achieve and/or sustain an erection while receiving sexual stimulus for at least 3 months. It is very important, as the patient, to always be up front and honest with your doctor so that a correct diagnosis can be made. Not being candid with your...
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What is Impotence? The inability to achieve or maintain a sufficient penile erection throughout sexual intercourse or other sexual activities is the most commonly accepted definition of impotence. Ejaculation (cumming) may or may not be present in impotent males during sexual activities. Impotence is also known as Impotence (ED) in...
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