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by Mrs. Maribel Koch MD Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Ways to reverse ED
  1. Lifestyle changes. Adjusting the lifestyle can improve many issues that cause ED, such as diabetes and clogged arteries. ...
  2. Pelvic floor exercises. ...
  3. Counseling or couples' therapy. ...
  4. Herbal and alternative remedies. ...
  5. Medication. ...
  6. Medication changes. ...
  7. Mechanical devices. ...
  8. Surgery.
Jun 10, 2018

Medication

  • Start walking. According to one Harvard study, just 30 minutes of walking a day was linked with a 41% drop in risk for ED. ...
  • Eat right. ...
  • Pay attention to your vascular health. ...
  • Size matters, so get slim and stay slim. ...
  • Move a muscle, but we're not talking about your biceps. ...

Procedures

Losing weight, eating better, getting more active, drinking less alcohol and getting better sleep can all help reverse problems that contribute to impotence, according to a new study published...

Therapy

Psychological therapy can be effective in men whose impotence is caused primarily by psychological factors. This might include counseling, behavioral therapy or couples' therapy. Men who do not benefit from medical or psychological treatment often have success with mechanical or prosthetic devices.

Self-care

What health issues affect a person’s ability to get an erection?

  • Heart disease
  • Obesity
  • Hypertension ( high blood pressure)
  • Hyperlipidemia (high lipid or cholesterol level)
  • Benign enlargement of the prostate
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Sleep disorders
  • Chronic kidney disease
  • Liver disease
  • Injury to the penis or prostate

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Nutrition

How to cure erectile dysfunction naturally and permanently?

Can a man overcome impotence?

Can impotence be treated successfully?

What could be the cause of my impotence?

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What is the fastest way to cure erectile dysfunction?

For fastest results, it's best to consult a doctor to get appropriate treatment recommendations, which may include:Lifestyle changes. Maintaining a healthy weight. ... Counseling. ... Medications. ... Vacuum constriction devices. ... Surgery. ... Alternative therapy.

Can an impotent man be cured?

If the underlying cause of impotence is treatable, impotence can be cured. Treatment can include: taking medications to improve blood flow. participating in talk therapy.

How can I help my husband with impotence?

7 strategies for partnering up with EDDiscuss the issue. ... Find the right time to talk. ... Reassure your partner that he is not alone. ... Learn about the condition and treatment options. ... Offer to go with your partner to his doctor's appointment. ... Help your partner help himself. ... Express your love in many ways.

Is male impotence permanent?

Most cases of impotence have medical causes that cannot be cured. Still, many treatment options will help restore sexual function. Several causes of impotence can be cured. These include impotence caused by psychological problems, hormonal disorders and traumatic injury to the penile arteries.

Can impotent man have child?

Infertility, on the other hand, means an inability to produce children. It is thus possible for a totally impotent man to be potentially fertile and artificial insemination can allow such couples to conceive, provided the partner is normal. Most infertile men are perfectly normal in terms of potency.

What is the average age a man becomes impotent?

The majority (74%) of men will start seeing physical changes to their bodies around 53 to 59 years old. This is also the time when most of them will suffer from impotence. But some people only get impotent at age 60 and above.

What is the main cause of impotence?

Physical issues like heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, and smoking can all cause erectile dysfunction. On the other hand, depression, anxieties, stress, relationship problems, and other mental health concerns can also interfere with sexual feelings.

Diagnosis

Treatment

Clinical Trials

Lifestyle and Home Remedies

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Your provider will work with you to develop a care plan that may include one or more of these treatment options.
The choice of treatment is based on the underlying cause, and includes medications, therapies such as self-injections and exercises, and surgical implants.
Medication

Oral medications: To enhance the effects of nitric oxide involved in relaxing the penile muscles.

Sildenafil . Tadalafil


Penile self-injections: Injecting medications into the base or sides of the penis.

Papaverine . Alprostadil

Procedures

Penile implant surgery: Inflatable or bendable devices are surgically implanted on both sides of the penis.

Therapy

Hormone therapy:Testosterone replacement is recommended in case of low levels of the hormone.

Vacuum erection:Using a hand or battery operated penis pump for erection, followed by insertion of a tension ring around the penis.

Psychotherapy:To manage stress, depression, or anxiety.

Self-care

Always talk to your provider before starting anything.

  • Quit smoking and alcohol.
  • Lose weight.
  • Talk to your partner regarding your condition.
  • Learn to manage stress.

Nutrition

The following foods have been found to help manage erectile dysfunction

Foods to eat:

  • Watermelon
  • Cooked oysters
  • Coffee
  • Dark chocolates
  • Walnut
  • Grape or pomegranate juice
  • Fish like salmon
  • Green leafy vegetables such as kale
  • Olive oil

Foods to avoid:

  • NA

Specialist to consult

Urologist
Specializes in the urinary tract disease.

Alternative Medicine

Coping and Support

  • The first thing your doctor will do is to make sure you're getting the right treatment for any health conditions that could be causing or worsening your erectile dysfunction. Depending on the cause and severity of your erectile dysfunction and any underlying health conditions, you might have various treatment options. Your doctor can explain the risks and benefits of each treatment and …
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Preparing For Your Appointment

  • Explore Mayo Clinic studiestesting new treatments, interventions and tests as a means to prevent, detect, treat or manage this condition.
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