Are There Any Suggestions As To How To Overcome Erectile Dysfunction In A Diabetic?
Feb.24, 2010 in
What is Erectile Dysfunction
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February 24th, 2010 at 10:19 am
Go to your doctor for a prescription of viagra cialis or levitra.
As you are diabetic you have a pretty big chance to get them for free if your really have erectile dysfunction. Levitra is said to work best for diabetics but your doctor will know better and please do not buy online or on the street and do not start taking any meds before seeing your doc as they can have side effects and can do more harm than good if your condition is not right for these meds.
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February 24th, 2010 at 3:05 pm
Erectile dysfunction is not a sign of Diabetes.
However you may consult your Endocrinologist for further advice and necessary treatment.
February 24th, 2010 at 7:06 pm
yes, my exhusband has juvenile diabetes and takes viagra
February 24th, 2010 at 8:01 pm
Prescription medications like Viagra (sildenafil), Levitra (vardenafil), and Cialis (tadalafil) are frequently prescribed, but vacuum devices, penile implants, and vascular surgery are also options. It may also be helpful for some patients to receive some form of psychotherapy as well.
Vacuum devices are non-drug options for treating erectile dysfunction. The device creates a vacuum around the penis, which draws blood into the penis and allows it to engorge, hence causing an erection. The devices are made up of three parts: a plastic cylinder that is placed over the penis; a pump which draws air out of the cylinder; and an elastic band which is placed around the base of the penis to maintain erection after the cylinder is removed and during intercourse to keep the penis engorged with blood.
Penile prosthesis/implants are another non-drug option for treating erectile dysfunction. These implants can be surgically embedded into the scrotum as an alternative to drug therapy or vacuum devices. Fluid is pumped from a retropubic reservoir (a “holding chamber”) into hallow cylinders placed within the corpora cavernosa (the 2 chambers inside the penis). The inflation and deflation of the hallow cylinders can be done by the patient as desired. An easy way to think about it is that penile implants function similarly to putting water into a latex balloon. As water is put into a balloon, the balloon expands (much like pumping fluid into the hallow cylinders of the penile implant makes the penis become erect). As water is let out of the balloon, the balloon deflates (much like deflating the fluid from the penile implants then makes the penis become flaccid again). Penile implants have a high satisfaction rate with patients. However, complications of the penile implant include infections, which can lead to the removal of the prosthesis. The cost of treating an infected prosthesis can actually exceed the cost of the original implant.
Vascular Surgery is another non-drug option for this disorder. Surgery can be performed to restore blood flow to the penile area if the vasculature (blood vessels) to the area is compromised. Penile implants can be surgically embedded into the scrotum as an alternative to drug therapy or vacuum devices. These types of surgeries have fallen out of favor in recent years due to the possible risk of infection associated with such invasive procedures. As a result, prescription medications have become the treatment of choice for erectile dysfunction.
Psychological therapy and behavior modifications are other options to treat erectile dysfunction. This method targets any anxiety that may be associated with sexual intercourse. If your doctor feels this is an issue for you, a visit to a psychologist or psychiatrist may be warranted.
Along with Viagra, two other drugs are also available for treating ED. Levitra (vardenafil) was approved by the FDA for the treatment of erectile dysfunction in August 2003 and Cialis (tadalafil) was approved in November 2003. Each of the three drugs is effective for ED. One advantage Cialis offers though is a longer duration of action. Cialis has been shown to improve erectile function for up to 36 hours following dosing. This allows for more flexibility in planning sexual intercourse.
February 24th, 2010 at 11:39 pm
Losing weight and there are medications for this. Talk with you doctor. There is nothing over the counter that will work.
February 25th, 2010 at 12:16 am
Talk to your doctor. There are both devices and medications available. Together, you can figure out what works best for you.