Men who suffer from sexual dysfunction should know that there are many treatments available to them today.
Viagra is the most common prescription drug for erectile dysfunction. It improves blood flow to the penis and helps men achieve and sustain an erection.
There are many different kinds of ED drugs out there, but Viagra is the most popular.
Unfortunately, these treatments often come with side effects and some men may prefer to use an alternative to Viagra.
But what actually causes erectile dysfunction?
Causes
Erectile dysfunction is usually caused by low levels of the male hormone called testosterone.
This hormone is also responsible for maintaining a healthy sex drive. Low levels of this hormone can lead to impotence in extreme cases.
Other reasons for erectile dysfunction include diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, medications, smoking, alcohol abuse, depression, stress and psychological issues.
Lifestyle Changes
Don’t underestimate the difference a couple of changes can make. Try some of these approaches to improve erections and your overall health: stop smoking.
Tobacco use, such as smoking, narrows your arteries, which can lead to erectile dysfunction.
Smoking also decreases levels of the chemical nitrous oxide, which signals your blood vessel to let blood flow to your penis if you need an erection.
If you’ve tried to quit by yourself but couldn’t, don’t give up – ask for help, there are many resources available to those who want to quit.
As mentioned above, erectile dysfunction is caused by many things, such as aging, genetics, and poor diet.
Excess weight may affect your ability to get and maintain an erection.
Physical activities such as walking, jogging, swimming, bicycling, and dancing can help reduce these problems.
Alcohol should be limited or avoided altogether.
Cream
Erectile dysfunction cream is a popular alternative to Viagra. It works by increasing blood flow to the penis.
It helps the body release nitric oxide into the bloodstream, which increases the amount of blood flowing to the penis.
This makes it easier to get and maintain an erection.
You can buy erectile dysfunction cream online without a prescription. But you should always consult your doctor first before buying any medicine.
There are some side effects of erectile dysfunction cream such as headaches, dizziness, nausea and other minor problems.
ED cream must be applied directly. To use, hold the tip of your penis. Gently move the skin to widen your opening to your urethral canal.
If you’re uncircumcised, pull back your foreskin to open up the hole. Hold the cream-filled applicator over the opening of your urethra.
Vacuum Erection Device
Penis pumps work by manually pumping blood into your penis.
You can use a vacuum device to create and maintain an erection for around half an hour and is a reliable option.
However, there are side effects including pain during intercourse. Penis feels cold after using it for too long and mild bruising can occur during sex.
Testosterone Therapy
Erectile dysfunction is often caused because of low levels of testosterone.
Testosterone replacement is not recommended as the first-line treatment for erectile dysfunction but may be tried along with other treatments.
Your doctor may suggest trying this treatment for you.
Urethral Suppository Treatment/Injections
Intraurethral therapy is a quick-fix treatment for erectile dysfunction. It takes 10-15 minutes to work and can last for 30 – 60 minutes.
However, there may be some side effects including a burning sensation or minor bleeding from the tip.
Penile injections involve a medicine called prostaglandin E1 (PGE1). PGE1 increases blood flow to the penis by relaxing smooth muscle cells in the arteries.
The medicine is injected into the base of the penis.
Patients may experience minor pain or bleeding at the site of injection.
Scar tissue formation may occur if you use too much pressure or if your penis is very large.
Scars may also form if there is an infection so always be cautious when using this treatment.
Implants
Penile implants can be used to treat erectile dysfunction.
A 30-45 minute surgery is performed to place a water-based device inside the erection chambers of the male organ.
This allows the man to reliably control when and how long an orgasm occurs. For most men, the implant works very well.
Most men would prefer to avoid having surgery but for those who want to regain sexual function, there are two types of penis implants.
The first type is a rigid but flexible metal rod implanted in the penis, which allows the user to bend the penis for sex or straighten it for everyday use.
The second type is an inflatable implant, which pumps fluid into cylinders in the penile shaft to create an erect penis.
When finished, the valves drain the fluid out of the penile shaft. Implants aren’t as great as some people think.
There are risks involved with getting implants and you might have problems with your erection lasting longer than normal.
In addition, your implant could malfunction, and then you’ll need more surgery to fix it.
You won’t be able to use any other treatment options if you get implants.
Conclusion
So, there you have it! Turns out, there are several alternatives to treat erectile dysfunction than Viagra.
Hopefully, this guide will have given you some tips on how to treat ED.