ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION - HARD THING TO SAY IN MEN

26/09/2022

Erectile dysfunction is always an obsession for men with increasing prevalence. Despite of non- life-threatening disease, erectile dysfunction can lead to unpredictable complications if it is not early treated, even impotence. Let’s join the American International Hospital (AIH) to find out the causes, symptoms and precautions of this disease!

Erectile dysfunction is the inability or difficulty to keep an erection during sexual intercourse, which can be temporary or frequent. This disorder is commonly seen in men at middle age, above 40 years old and older. But nowadays, the trend is rejuvenated due to unscientific working and living habits in many people.

► What is erectile dysfunction?

It is the result of increased blood flow to the penis. Causes may include both emotional and physical conditions such as:

History of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, or hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, kidney disease.
Low testosterone level or other hormone imbalances.
Certain health conditions, such as Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis.
Pelvis injuries due to trauma or surgery.
Peyronie's disease: Causes scar tissue develops on the penis.
Old age.
Fat.
Use of stimulants such as alcohol, tobacco, etc.
Psychological factors: Stress, anxiety, depression.
Sleep disorders.
Certain prescription medications, such as antihypertensives or antidepressants.

► How to prevent erectile dysfunction in men?

Control cardiovascular diseases, diabetes ....
Regular physical exercise
Maintain a healthy weight
Have a healthy diet
Stress relieve or management
Seek help if you are suffering from anxiety or depression.
Smoking cessation
Moderate alcohol consumption
Avoid medicines which are not recommended by a doctor.

If you are concerned about erectile dysfunction, please do not hesitate to discuss with your medical specialist. Prompt diagnosis and treatment of risk factor will help to control and cure this disease.

At the Department of Nephro-Urology - Andrology in American International Hospital (AIH), there are many treatment methods can be performed, from drug therapy to minimally invasive surgery such as urological endoscopy, laparoscopic surgeries, etc. .. Patients will receive comprehensive and specific care for individual case with experienced urologists. With the support of modern diagnostic equipment, doctors can accurately diagnose complex diseases in the first examination, providing the highest chance of successful treatment.

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