Erectile dysfunction is a challenging condition that affects 18% of men over 20, causing anxiety, making them withdraw from their partners and often affecting their self-esteem. James Stocks, MD, at Urology Specialists of Cypress offers understanding, medical expertise, and personalized treatments that get to the source of the problem and help you regain a satisfying sex life. Don’t wait to seek help for erectile dysfunction. Call the office in Cypress, Texas, or request an appointment online today.
Having erectile dysfunction (ED) means you can’t have an erection or stay erect long enough to have sex. Erectile dysfunction is a common problem that occasionally affects most men, often as a result of problems like fatigue, stress, relationship struggles, or drinking too much alcohol.
If your erectile dysfunction becomes a frequent or regular problem, it may be caused by a health condition.
Many possible health conditions cause erectile dysfunction, including:
You need a healthy blood flow to have an erection. As a result, any substance or condition that limits circulation can cause erectile dysfunction.
For example, if you smoke, tobacco damages your blood vessels and high cholesterol leads to clogged arteries, including the arteries delivering blood to your penis.
Your Urology Specialists of Cypress provider takes a multifaceted approach to treating erectile dysfunction. The first step is treating any underlying conditions affecting your ability to have an erection. They may also recommend one of the following treatments that directly target ED:
Medications like Viagra®, Cialis®, Levitra®, and Stendra® cause an erection by blocking enzymes that tighten blood vessels in your penis. That makes the vessels relax, increasing blood flow and giving you a strong erection after you feel sexually aroused.
Men with low testosterone need hormone replacement therapy to restore normal levels.
Your provider may recommend a medication called Alprostadil® that causes an erection. You may inject the medication into your penis or place a suppository into your urethra.
LIST uses sound waves to promote blood vessel growth and boost the blood flow to your penis.
This device goes over your penis, then creates a vacuum that improves blood flow and causes an erection.
You can also choose to have a surgical procedure to implant an inflatable or semirigid prosthetic inside your penis. You create an erection by bending a semirigid device or pressing a pump (implanted in your scrotum) for the inflatable device.
Call Urology Specialists of Cypress today or request an appointment online anytime you need help for erectile dysfunction.