Erectile dysfunction

Question 1

What are some causes of erectile dysfunction?

Answer 1

Psychological - depression, anxiety, low self esteem, stress, relationship problems
Physical conditions
- heart disease
- atherosclerosis + hypercholesteraemia
- hypertension
- diabetes
- low testosterone
- alcoholism
\+ many others

Question 2

How is erectile dysfunction managed?

Answer 2

Lifestyle - decrease stress, reduce alcohol intake etc.
Medications - e.g.
- viagra - sildenafil (25-100mg taken as required - max 1 dose a day)
Testosterone replacement
Treat underlying cause if applicable

Question 3

How does viagra work?

Answer 3

Enhances the effects of nitric oxide which relaxes the muscles in the penis, hence increasing blood flow.

Question 4

What are some complications of erectile dysfunction?

Answer 4

Stress or anxiety
Embarrassment or low self esteem
Relationship problems
Inability to get partner pregnant