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To treat erectile dysfunction (ED), you have to lower high blood pressure. Some people are able to do that through lifestyle changes alone. Others need help from prescription high blood pressure medication. A problem for many men, though, is that some types of blood pressure drugs can cause erectile dysfunction. That may make it tough to stay on medication, especially if high blood pressure never caused any symptoms before. An estimated 70% of men who have side effects from high blood pressure medicine stop taking it. While many drugs used to treat high blood pressure have been linked to erectile…
WHAT IT IS: Chinese raspberries, derived from drying fresh, red raspberries, have a name that is related to their use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).The third edition of the Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica refers to the herb as “fupenzi” – literally, turning over the bed pan.The herb may also help some people with lower back pain resulting from kidney problems. The belief is that it cures bedwetting and other abnormal nocturnal emissions that may require the use of a bed pan. The medica said Chinese raspberries of good quality are full and yellowish-green. They are sold at $3.20 for…
Erectile dysfunction is a widespread problem. Up to 39% of 40-year-old men report some degree of erectile dysfunction, and two-thirds of men over age 70 have significant symptoms. Erectile dysfunction isn’t life-threatening, but that doesn’t mean it’s not serious. Men with erectile dysfunction (ED) are more likely to feel depressed and report less enjoyment in life. Thanks to advertisements for drugs that treat it, you may have heard more about erectile dysfunction than you ever cared to. But did you know that atherosclerosis — hardening of the arteries — is the main cause of ED? The link between atherosclerosis and…
Vascular diseases affect blood vessels. They restrict blood flow to organs such as the heart, brain, and kidneys. In erectile dysfunction, vascular diseases restrict blood flow to the penis. Vascular diseases may be responsible for causing ED in as many as 50% to 70% of men who develop the condition. Restriction of blood flow caused by a vascular disease is usually caused by a buildup of cholesterol and other substances that may block blood vessels. In some men, the blood vessels in the penis, and the rest of the body, may not function properly. They may restrict blood flow when…
It is been estimated that about 35%-75% of men with diabetes will experience at least some degree of erectile dysfunction — also called ED or impotence — during their lifetime. Men with diabetes tend to develop erectile dysfunction 10 to 15 years earlier than men without diabetes. As men with diabetes age, erectile dysfunction becomes even more common. Above the age of 50, the likelihood of having difficulties with an erection occurs in approximately 50%-60% of men with diabetes. Above age 70, there is about a 95% likelihood of having some difficulty with erectile function. Is Your Type 2 Diabetes…
Most of us know by now that smoking is bad for the lungs, being overweight is bad for the heart, and stress can lead to headaches and anxiety. But, did you know that all of these factors can also cause erectile dysfunction? Learn how smoking and other lifestyle factors cause ED. Smoking. Smoking increases a person’s risk of atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) which can reduce blood flow throughout the body, including to the penis, impairing a man’s ability to gain an erection. Quitting smoking can help some men partly or fully restore erectile function. Being overweight. According to The…
If you are having problems achieving or maintaining an erection you may want to take a look at your medicine cabinet first. There are a number of prescription and over-the-counter drugs that may cause erectile dysfunction. While these drugs may treat a disease or condition, they can also affect a man’s hormones, nerves, or blood circulation, resulting in ED or increase the risk of ED. Drugs that may cause ED are listed below. The list of possible offenders is long, so check with your doctor regarding medications you are taking to rule out any as a cause of, or contributor…
Behind the scenes, a lot goes into achieving an erection. When you’re turned on, nerves fire in your brain and travel down your spinal cord to your penis. There, muscles relax and blood flows into the blood vessels. The result, if all goes well, is a rigid penis, ready for sex. Unfortunately, all does not always go well. Many diseases — and, in some cases, their treatment — can lead to erectile dysfunction (ED). So can injuries, lifestyle choices, and other physical factors. ED can often be treated, and finding the right cause can lead to successful treatment. Diabetes: This…
Nearly every man at some point has a problem getting or keeping an erection. There could be any number of reasons for it, ranging from fatigue, stress, or even side effects of a new medication. But as long as it’s temporary and only happens occasionally, an erection problem is not generally a cause for concern. Some men, however, especially as they get older, experience a more frequent and longer lasting problem with erection known as erectile dysfunction or ED. ED refers to a man’s inability to get or keep an erection firm enough for sex. Although ED is more common…
Is It All in My Head? Probably not. Most cases of erectile dysfunction (ED) are caused by physical problems or a combo of physical and emotional ones. Decreased blood flow — in particular, narrowing of the vessels that supply blood to the penis — is often the cause of ED in older men. Emotional issues are more often a cause with younger men. Regardless of the reasons, ED can lead to performance anxiety, depression, stress, and guilt. So it’s important to look for answers. Is the Problem Physical or Psychological? Stress, anxiety, and depression can cause ED. Do you…