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"Topical treatment of erectile dysfunction: randomized
double-blind placebo controlled trial of cream containing
aminophylline, isosorbide dinitrate and co-dergocrine mesylate.
Erectile dysfunction, better known as impotence, affects
approximately 10 million men in the U.S. Most men have
experienced it at least once by the time they've reached
the age of 40. Persistent erectile dysfunction, however, is
more common among men who are well into or beyond
middle age. Most cases occur among men who are 60
years of age or older.
Note: Consult with a doctor if impotence persists.
Impotence is when a man is unable to attain or keep an
erection while engaging in sexual relations.
An erection occurs when the brain receives a sensory
stimulus, which "tells" it to send nerve impulses down
through the spinal cord. These impulses promote the
release of a chemical that dilates the vessels supplying
blood to the penis. Blood fills rod-shaped spongy tissues
in the penis. The expansion of these tissues, called corpora
cavernosa, prevents penile veins from draining. An erection
results.
If anything interferes with the process involved in achieving
an erection, impotence will occur.
Cause/Risks
As a man ages, the incidence of impotence often increases.
Fatigue -- simple exhaustion -- may be a cause of impotence.
Psychological problems can contribute to erectile dysfunction --
e.g. guilt and/or anxiety as related to sexual performance.
(Fear of not being able to have an erection can escalate
to the point that the fear impedes normal function and
impotence results.)
Other psychological and/or emotional disorders such as
depression can adversely affect libido (sex drive).
Drugs such as sedatives, antidepressants, antipsychotics,
some blood pressure medication and alcohol affect libido.
Chronic diseases such as certain cancers as well as heart,
lung, kidney or liver disease often reduce sex drive.
Hormonal imbalances such as lowered testosterone levels
or thyroid disorders (hyper- or hypothyroidism) can also
have a negative effect on libido.
Brain or spinal disorders that affect sexual function rather
than libido can give rise to impotence. Such conditions
include brain tumors, stroke, spinal damage and multiple
sclerosis.
Nerve damage due to diabetes or surgery for an enlarged
prostate or prostate cancer can lead to impotence.
Long-term smoking (use of nicotine) and use of anticholinergics,
antihistamines and beta-blockers can cause impotence.
A decrease in blood flow due to heart disease can impair
normal sexual function.
Symptoms
Inability to have/complete sexual intercourse due to being
unable to get and maintain an erection.
Treatment/Prevention
Stop smoking and drinking alcohol (or at least drink in moderation --
no more than two alcoholic drinks a day). Other drugs may also
be causing the impotence; cut those out as well.
If the problem is psychological/emotional, seeking the help of a
psychotherapist may be helpful.
If you're taking certain medication(s), consult with your doctor to
see if that is the cause.
If testosterone levels are low, injections of the male hormone may
be recommended by your doctor.
Hyper- or hypothyroidism should be treated, if that is the reason for
erectile dysfunction.
Surgery to improve circulation may be an option.
Surgical implants, self-administered injections and/or use of a
vacuum device are other options that may be recommended by your doctor.
Alternatives in Nutrition and Diet
There are no known dietary component to impotence. Suffice it
to say that a lifestyle including regular exercise, a healthful diet
and smoking cessation will increase a man's chances of remaining
potent as he grows older.
A study in the British Journal of Clinical Practice concluded that
yohimbe appears to have a modest therapeutic benefit for erectile
disorder when compared to a placebo, particularly in essentially
psychogenic erectile disorder (that is, impotence of psychological
origin). According to the study, the herb is generally well tolerated.
On the other hand, Commission E -- an expert committee on herbal
remedies established by Germany's Federal Institute for Drugs and
Medical Devices -- has not approved the use of yohimbe bark for
any sexual disorders. The risks, according to the commission, is
that therapeutic administration could lead to any of a number of side
effects, including nervous excitation, tremor, sleeplessness, anxiety
and increased blood pressure and tachycardia, as well as nausea
and vomiting. Yohimbe preparations should not be used if there is
pre-existing kidney or liver disease.
Resources
Check out the Impotence Center's Web site at
http://www.wellnessweb.com/ which includes great info,
links and leads to Relevant Studies,
Quality of life, age and impotence. According to
this study, impotent men have a lower quality of life
than men who are not impotent. It also confirms that
age is definitely linked to impotence. Br J Urol, May 1995.
Cream vs. injection. Topical treatment with a cream
that contains three different vasodilators may be something
to consider before having an intracavernous injection of
vasoactive agents, particularly in cases of impotence
arising out of mental or emotional turmoil. BMJ, June 15, 1996.
Cycling linked to impotence. Impotence, numbness of the
penis, hand weakness and sensory symptoms from the
fingers in cycling may be higher than previously believed.
Changing your position on the bike, restricting the training
intensity and taking generous breaks may be necessary in
prolonged and vigorous cycling to prevent damage to
peripheral nerves."
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