How Can Couples Rebuild Intimacy After Erectile Dysfunction?
Relationships change once erectile dysfunction (ED) is introduced. Thoughts that once felt spontaneous become stifling and uncertain. Relationships lack physical contact, and talking about sex is often anxiety-provoking for both parties. Each partner is often left to wonder what the other is thinking. For a lot of couples, ED is less about dealing with issues […]
Nerve Damage and Erectile Dysfunction: Understanding the Connection
Erections can seem automatic and mysterious to many, but they play an essential role in nerve communication, blood vessel function, and more. When some injury or neurological condition affects that communication, men may notice problems with their ability to achieve and maintain an erection. The causes of nerve damage may also be attributed to diabetic […]
How to Talk About Erectile Dysfunction with Your Partner
Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a complex topic to discuss even with trusted ones. For men in general, an erection is closely tied to one’s confidence, closeness, attraction, and overall sense of being a partner. When things don’t go as expected in the bedroom, men may feel embarrassed and afraid of what their partner will […]
Worst Foods for Erectile Dysfunction and the Best Alternatives
The BC Medical Journal published a cross-sectional study of about 4,000 Canadian men aged 40 to 88. The study revealed that an estimated 3 million of them, aged over 40 years, had erectile dysfunction. That was a prevalence of about 49.4%. The occurrence was therefore not rare. With a 1:2 ratio in that age group, […]
Is Shockwave Therapy Painful for Men with Severe Erectile Dysfunction?
Short answer: No. For most men, shockwave therapy stands out as mildly uncomfortable, rather than painful. There are no cuts involved, and no anesthesia is required. During the procedure, some feel light tapping and tingling sensations. Reports of some pain after the treatment are not uncommon, although severe cases of ED may require some adjustments […]
Do Kegel Exercises for Erectile Dysfunction Actually Help? What the Evidence Says?
Kegels are promoted as a solution for almost every problem relating to the lower half of the body. However, in the case of erectile dysfunction, there is genuine clinical research to support it, and the results are better than most people anticipate from something so simple and dull to carry out. The muscles doing the […]
Online ED Prescriptions vs In-Person Diagnosis: What You’re Not Being Told?
Telehealth platforms and online pharmacies have become increasingly popular for patients. Medical advice and medications are available at the click of a button. You can also get a prescription online by connecting with a provider and having the medications sent to your doorstep. The convenience of online prescriptions is unparalleled. However, the safety and effectiveness […]
Why Erectile Dysfunction Is Rising in Men Under 40?
While research studies vary, experts say that erectile dysfunction can happen at any age. It is estimated that somewhere between 1% and 14% of men under 40 experience ED. As men age, the condition becomes common, and more than 50% of men between 40 and 70 years experience some degree of ED. Erectile Dysfunction in […]
Why ED Pills Stop Working Over Time?
Erectile dysfunction (ED) impacts the lives of millions of Canadians. For these patients, it is important to get an evaluation focused on the reversibility and irreversibility of underlying factors. The goal of ED treatment is to improve sexual satisfaction, minimize adverse effects, and augment functional outcomes. There’s no doubt that oral medications are extremely convenient. […]
Can Stress and Anxiety Cause Erectile Dysfunction: The Mind-Body Connection Men Overlook
1 in 10 men suffer from anxiety in Canada, which is about 9.9% to 14.3%. The lifetime prevalence of anxiety disorder in men is about 15%. Additionally, social anxiety disorder saw an increase of a whopping 71% since 2002, making it the most common mental health challenge in the country. Anxiety is a feeling of […]