Is erectile dysfunction also a sign of lacking sex life?
Erectile dysfunction per se can lead to lack of sex life if not addressed properly by health care experts but it is not a sign.
Last updated on 21 Dec 2021
Yes, anxiety both directly and indirectly in the form of other health conditions (Heart disease, high blood pressure/cholesterol, obesity) can cause erectile dysfunction.
Removal of prostate can happen with or without removal of surrounding nerves based on the patient's condition. Persons whose nerves are spared may have erectile dysfunction for mostly 2 years or so post surgery which regains back slowly. Persons whose nerves are removed may have permanent erection issues and may need medications for it.
It's mostly based on history of symptoms such as trouble getting an erection, trouble keeping an erection and reduced sexual desire. Tests are done to know the presence of any organic causes.
Yes, persons with prostate cancer can have sex. However prostate cancer treatments such as surgery, radiation, hormone therapy can have sexual side effects such as erection issues, trouble in getting orgasm and in fathering children.
Last updated on 28 Dec 2021
Viagra has many side effects on the body and so only to be taken if erectile dysfunction is present and that too under proper doctor's supervision.
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