Category Archives: Erectile Dysfunction

Impotence or erectile dysfunction is not an uncommon phenomenon. Globally, men experience the condition for different reasons. Some may seek treatment while others may suffer embarrassment and not get the care they need to improve the quality of their sexual experience. Impotence may have a physical, medicational, or psychological basis. Researchers strive to find a cure for impotence. There are varied treatments available depending on the cause of impotence, however some do not offer a cure for the underlying cause and others treat impotence symptoms. Erectile dysfunction is diagnosed through discussion, physical examination, blood and laboratory tests, ultrasound and neurological testing. Disease, injury, and stress may affect erections and ability to have orgasm. Treatments for physical causes of impotence include medications, hormone therapy, vacuum pumps, surgery and Kegel exercises. Psychological causes of erectile dysfunction may be treated through exercise, counselling, talk therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Low intensity shockwave therapy A new innovation in impotence treatment is electric shock therapy. The therapy is developed by Israeli scientists from Haifa Rambam Medical Centre and is now available at Spire Murrayfield Hospital in Edinburgh, Scotland. Considered safe, non-invasive and pain-free, the electric shock therapy works by stimulating blood flow to the … Continue reading →

Men with prostate cancer often experience erectile dysfunction as a side effect of their treatment, and many find this to be upsetting to the point where it undermines their wellbeing. Moreover, men's distress about ED often does not improve over time in some men, it worsens. A new study sheds light on the causes of this prolonged distress. While some researchers have thought that the severity of a man's ED is linked with how distressed he feels, the new findings show that regardless of men's ED severity, they are much more likely to be distressed when they feel they've lost their masculinity as a result of treatment. Not all men experience this feeling of lost masculinity, said study researcher Talia Zaider, a clinical psychologist at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. But those who do are most at risk of feeling deeply troubled, embarrassed or ashamed about their ED. A feeling of lost masculinity is an aspect of prostate cancer treatment that's not often talked about, Zaider said. "Gender norms work against men," and can keep them from discussing it, she said. In the study, about one-third of men who had been treated for prostate cancer in the … Continue reading →

By Ellen Tordesillas Studies have shown that the ill-effects of smoking coupled with poor diet and lack of exercise are not limited to cardiovascular, respiratory disease, diabetes and cancer, which are afflicting Filipinos at their most productive age, 40's and early 50's. In one of the lectures, Dr. Anthony Leachon, cardiologist and consultant on non-communicable diseases of the Department of Health, said recent studies have shown that smoking causes erectile dysfunction. "You may not die of erectile dysfunction but some men die for it,"quipped Leachon, who is leading the campaign for the passage of the Sin Tax, not the Recto-fied version but the one that the authored by Sen. Miriam Santiago. He also supports the version passed by the House of Representatives authored by then Cavite Representative (now Secretary of Transportation and Communication) Joseph Abaya. Would Senator Ralph Recto, chairman of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means, and his pro-tobacco colleagues want a nation of men afflicted with erectile dysfunction? Unless they are in cahoots with manufacturers of Viagra, I don't think Recto has really considered the health aspects of the Sin Tax bill. Recto justified his junking of the Santiago bill which would have given the government additional … Continue reading →

Details Published on Monday, 15 October 2012 00:30 Written by ELLEN TORDESILLAS Let them and those who oppose sensible Sin Tax suffer erectile dysfunction. That would be the ultimate equilibrium. Studies have shown that the ill-effects of smoking coupled with poor diet and lack of exercise are not limited to cardiovascular, respiratory disease, diabetes and cancer, which are afflicting Filipinos at their most productive age, the 40s and early 50s. In one of his lectures, Dr. Anthony Leachon, cardiologist and consultant on non-communicable diseases of the Department of Health, said recent studies have shown that smoking causes erectile dysfunction. You may not die of erectile dysfunction but some men die for it, quipped Leachon, who is leading the campaign for the passage of the Sin Tax, not the Recto-fied version but the one authored by Sen. Miriam Santiago. He also supports the version passed by the House of Representatives authored by then Cavite Rep. (now Secretary of Transportation and Communication) Joseph Abaya. Would Senator Ralph Recto, chairman of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means, and his pro-tobacco colleagues want a nation of men afflicted with erectile dysfunction? Unless they are in cahoots with manufacturers of Viagra, I dont think … Continue reading →

(Reuters) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said it has cracked down on thousands of online pharmacies for selling potentially unsafe, unapproved or fake medicines, including the erectile dysfunction drug Viagra and antiviral Tamiflu. The FDA, working with international regulatory and law enforcement agencies from about 100 countries, said on Thursday that it took action against more than 4,100 Internet pharmacies, bringing civil and criminal charges, removing offending websites and seizing drugs worldwide. The move was part of the fifth annual International Internet Week of Action, a global effort to fight the online sale and distribution of potentially counterfeit and illegal medicine. Action taken between September 25 and October 2 resulted in the shutdown of more than 18,000 illegal pharmacy websites and the seizure of 3.7 million doses of counterfeit medicines worth an estimated $10.5 million, the agency said. Homeland Security Investigations, which took part in the coordinated effort titled Pangea, said preliminary results show the actions also accounted for 79 arrests. "Consumers in the United States and around the world face a real threat from Internet pharmacies that illegally sell potentially substandard, counterfeit, adulterated or otherwise unsafe medicines," FDA Commissioner Margaret Hamburg said in a statement. "This week's … Continue reading →

San Francisco's Advanced Male Medical Center is offering tips on potential erectile dysfunction treatments for diabetic males. San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) October 04, 2012 What is the relationship between sex and diabetes? Is there any reason for a diabetic man to reduce his level of sexual activity? Larry Stephens of Advanced Male Medical Center said. There is no reason for a man with diabetes to reduce his level of sexual activity. However, there are complications of diabetes that may hinder a man's ability to have and sustain an erection. If a man has damage to the small blood vessels or the nerves involved in achieving an erection, the flow of blood into the penis may be impaired, preventing him from achieving or sustaining an erection. Advanced Male Medical Center recommends the following: 1)Diabetics who are experiencing any sexual dysfunction should discuss it with their doctor, who can evaluate testosterone levels, medications and blood sugar control. 2)The erectile dysfunction may be a side effect of some blood pressure medications. 3)Quit smoking. Smoking cigarettes may have an impact on the blood vessels. 4)Consider treatments such as Viagra, Levitra and Cialis and other medications that may be used to treat erectile dysfunction. "There … Continue reading →

Tempe, Arizona (PRWEB) September 30, 2012 A new fast-acting erectile dysfunction medication is generating a lot of buzz. Its been ten years since a new erectile dysfunction medication has hit the market, and AccessRx.com will offer Stendra as soon as its available later this year. AccessRx.com, a trusted online source for lifestyle medications, has reviewed the clinical trials and believes Stendra will be a strong contender in the erectile dysfunction market. The pill is taken on an as needed basis, about 30 minutes before sexual activity. Whats great about this new drug is that clinical trials show it starts working within 15 minutes, AccessRx.com Marketing Director Rich Bernstein said. While millions of men turn to Viagra or Cialis to treat erectile dysfunction, it doesnt work for everyone. Stendra provides another option. The FDA approved Stendra in April. This approval expands the available treatment options to men experiencing erectile dysfunction, and enables patients, in consultation with their doctor, to choose the most appropriate treatment for their needs, Victoria Kusiak, MD, deputy director of the Office of Drug Evaluation III in the FDAs Center for Drug Evaluation and Research said. As a trusted online facilitator of prescription medications, AccessRx.com offers a secure … Continue reading →

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5cpl3q/global_erectile) has announced the addition of the "Global Erectile Dysfunction Drug Pipeline Capsule - 2012 Update" report to their offering. Fore Pharma's latest report 'Global Erectile Dysfunction Drug Pipeline Capsule - 2012 Update' provides most up-to-date information on key Research and Development activities (R&D) in the global Erectile Dysfunction market. It covers active Erectile Dysfunction pipeline molecules in various stages of clinical trials, preclinical research, and drug discovery. This report helps executives track competitors pipeline molecules. The information presented in this report can be used for identifying partners, evaluating opportunities, formulating business development strategies, executing in-licensing and out-licensing deals. The report provides information on pipeline molecules by company and mechanism of action across the R&D stages. It also provides information on pipeline molecules developed in leading geographies (North America and Europe). Licensing activities are thoroughly captured in this report. Key Features of the Report: - Erectile Dysfunction: Overview - Erectile Dysfunction Pipeline Overview - Erectile Dysfunction Phase 3 Clinical Trial Pipeline Insights - Erectile Dysfunction Phase 2 Clinical Trial Pipeline Insights Read more: Research and Markets: Global Erectile Dysfunction Drug Pipeline Capsule - 2012 Update … Continue reading →

Public release date: 27-Sep-2012 [ | E-mail | Share ] Contact: Michelle Kirkwood michellek@astro.org 703-286-1600 American Society for Radiation Oncology Researchers have identified 12 DNA sequences that may help doctors determine which men will suffer from erectile dysfunction (ED) following radiation therapy for prostate cancer. Identifying these patients in advance of treatment may better inform men and their families as to which prostate cancer treatments are best for their specific cancer and lifestyle, according to a study to be published online September 27, 2012, in advance of the October 1, 2012 print issue, in the International Journal of Radiation Oncology.Biology.Physics (Red Journal), the official scientific journal of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO). The findings could also guide doctors in recommending the most effective treatments that carry the least risk of patients developing ED. The main treatments for prostate cancersurgery, brachytherapy (seed implants) and external beam radiation therapyare all very effective at curing prostate cancer. Unfortunately, each treatment places patients at risk for ED. Although many men will maintain their potency, doctors would like to identify which men are at greatest risk for the development of difficulty with sexual function. In this multi-institutional, multi-national study, researchers from New York's … Continue reading →

Public release date: 27-Sep-2012 [ | E-mail | Share ] Contact: Mount Sinai Press Office or Einstein Press Office newsmedia@mssm.edu 212-241-9200 The Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine In the first study of its kind, a research team led by Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University discovered 12 genetic markers associated with the development of erectile dysfunction (ED) in prostate cancer patients who were treated with radiation. The findings, to be published online September 27, 2012, in advance of the October 1, 2012 print issue in the International Journal of Radiation Oncology Biology Physics, the official scientific journal of the American Society for Radiation Oncology, are an important step towards helping clinicians determine the best course of treatment for prostate cancer patients and may lead to the development of therapies that alleviate side effects. The main treatments for prostate cancer surgery, brachytherapy (seed implants) and external beam radiation therapy are all very effective at curing prostate cancer. Unfortunately, each treatment places patients at risk for ED. According to the National Cancer Institute, the prevalence of erectile dysfunction following external beam radiation for prostate cancer ranges from 65 percent to … Continue reading →