How to know if my ED is physical or psychological?
Some tests can be done to know if there is any organic or physical cause and also detailed history including psychological evaluation helps.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
It depends on the cause of erection issue. In general; good balanced diet, regular exercise, normal BMI, no smoking or alcohol, adequate sleep and control of mental stress will help.
Reasons for erectile dysfunction in elderly include low testosterone with aging, higher incidence of medical conditions causing ED such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, diabetes mellitus, atherosclerotic heart disease.
Supplements with DHEA, L-arginine, Ginseng and Propionyl-L-carnitine are studied to have some positive results and also generally safe.
Therapy include lifestyle modifications, strict diabetic diet, medications for diabetes mellitus and erectile dysfunction.
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.
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