Erectile Dysfunction Treatment
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to get or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance. It is a common problem, affecting an estimated 30 million men in the United States. There are several treatment options available for ED, including:
- Oral medications: These medications, such as sildenafil (Viagra), tadalafil (Cialis), and vardenafil (Levitra), work by relaxing the muscles in the penis and increasing blood flow to the area.
- Vacuum constriction devices: These devices are used to create an erection by drawing blood into the penis using negative pressure.
- Intraurethral pellets: These medications are inserted into the urethra and are absorbed into the bloodstream, resulting in increased blood flow to the penis.
- Penile injections: These injections are administered directly into the penis and work by relaxing the muscles and increasing blood flow to the area.
- Penile implants: These are surgically implanted devices that allow men to achieve an erection by manually pumping fluid into the device.
It is important to consult a healthcare provider to determine the most appropriate treatment option.
