Impotence
Sexual health and function are important determinants of quality of life. Disorders such as Impotence and female sexual dysfunction are becoming increasingly more important as a result of the aging population and newer therapies. Because this subject is discussed widely in the media, men and women of all ages are seeking guidance in an effort to improve their relationships and experience satisfying sexual lives and avoid impotence.
The outlook for men with Impotence has improved enormously in the first eight years of this century – so much so that almost all patients nowadays can be assured of a return to successful intercourse. Many of these males feel that the new treatments for erection difficulty (formerly known as ‘Impotence’ or ‘impotency’) have transformed their lives.
One way to improve Impotence is to make some simple lifestyle changes. For some men, adopting a healthier lifestyle, such as quitting smoking, exercising regularly, and reducing stress, may be all that is needed to find relief. For those who require more intensive treatment, adopting these lifestyle changes in addition to other treatments can further help impotence.
The most common cause of Impotence is damage to the tissues, either the nerves, arteries, muscles or fibrous tissue. This is often linked either to disease. Conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease, chronic alcoholism, multiple sclerosis and cardiovascular disease account for around 70% of cases of impotence. In some cases impotence is caused by damage to the nerves and arteries near the penis which can occur during surgery, particularly for prostate and bladder cancer. Physical injury to the penis, spinal cord, prostate, bladder or pelvis can also be a factor.
Although Impotence is a common problem, many patients are reluctant to discuss it. Certainly, some patients who present with issues relating to depression or anxiety disorders may actually have a significant problem with Impotence. Additionally, patients who are poorly compliant with medication prescribed for hypertension may be experiencing significant Impotence. The best way to elicit whether the problem is present is to ask questions about sexual function as a routine part of the examination.
If you think you may be suffering from impotence or erectile dysfunction then we can help. AMI has established an industry-leading service for men to easily and safely get help for impotence. By connecting patients with medical professionals, our service is able to diagnose your condition, prescribe treatments for impotence and have them dispatched from a high street pharmacy via next day delivery.