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Q 1. What does the procedure involve? A. Removal of a small section of vas from both sides with interposition of tissue between the divided ends to prevent re-joining. Q 2. What are the alternatives to this procedure? A. The alternatives include other forms of contraception (both male and female). Vasectomy should be regarded as […]
Q 1. What is Erectile Dysfunction (ED)? A. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common male sexual disorder. It is the inability to get or keep an erection that allows for satisfying sexual activity. It can happen occasionally or regularly, with or without any clear reason. Some men with ED are not able to get an […]
Q 1. What are the most commonly prescribed medications for erectile dysfunction? A. Phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitors: Phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitors (PDE5Is) are a group of drugs used for the treatment of ED. These drugs relax smooth muscle in the vessels in the penis to increase blood flow. They do not cause an erection without sexual stimulation. […]
Q 1. What are intracavernous injections? A. Intracavernous injections are a treatment option for ED where you inject drugs into the spongy tissue in the penis to open the blood vessels. Q 2. When should I consider intracavernous injections? A. Intracavernous injections are a treatment option if previous treatments such as lifestyle changes or PDE5Is […]
Q 1. What is a penile implant? A. Penile implant, also called a penile prosthesis, is a medical device which is surgically implanted into the erection chambers of the penis in case of severe ED. Q 2. When should I consider penile implant surgery? A. Penile implant is an option if you have tried PDE5Is […]
Q 1. What are topical therapies? A. Topical therapies means medications are applied to the skin. Two specific formulations of alprostadil have been approved for topical therapy. The first one is the urethral pellet medication inserted into the tip of the penis (intraurethral). The second one is a cream formulation applied to the external opening […]
Q 1. What is shockwave therapy? A. Extracorporeal Shock-Wave Therapy (ESWT) is a therapy in which short pulses of shock waves with a very low intensity are directed at the penis to improve erectile function. It consists of several sessions, and it can be repeated if necessary. ESWT is being researched as a new treatment […]
Q 1. What is a VED? A. The vacuum erection device (VED), is a cylinder-shaped device that comes with a rubber or silicon constrictive ring that tightens around the penis. A VED makes it possible to get and maintain an erection. Q 2. When should I consider a VED? A. You should consider a VED […]
Q 1. What is the relationship between ED and treatment for localised prostate cancer? A. Prostate cancer is a malignant tumor in the prostate gland. It is the most common form of cancer in older men. There are various treatment options for localised prostate cancer. Two of the most common ones are radical prostatectomy and […]
Nearly every man can experience brief problems with erectile function. In almost all cases it is related to certain and specific life circumstances, problems, or stressful situations. Usually, these erectile problems disappear once the situation is resolved or changed. You generally don’t need to go to the doctor. If you experience erectile dysfunction (ED) for […]