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Anything that’s bad for your heart is also bad for ED

admin — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 21:00:12 +0000

Many men worry about their heart condition and take precautions to prevent heart disease. Few knows that anything that’s bad for your heart is also bad for your sexual health. Men who drink excessively in the decades prior or who abuse drugs can develop heart condition as well as ED. If you smoke, you’re also at risk for developing both problems. People usually quit smoking when something big happens but that’s already too late. Years of smoking can do permanent damage that’s irreversible. If you’re worried about what smoking can do to your heart, you should also worry about the negative effects on erectile dysfunction down the road.

Another two common things that lead to heart problems are overeating and lack of exercise. If you stuff yourself every meal until you can’t possibly eat anymore, you should start cutting back. Overeating will lead to obesity which is the number one cause of diabetes, heart disease, and … ED. People who overeat usually are inactive since they have to carry the extra weight. It’s never too late to get up and get going. You don’t have to join a gym or buy exercise equipments to stay active. Do work around the house, rake up leaves, and park your car farther in the parking lot and walk a few steps.

There are many things you can do to prevent ED and just remember healthy lifestyle means making healthy decisions one step at a time.

Source: National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse

Talk to your doctor before using any online ED treatment

admin — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 02:42:12 +0000

There are many Erectile Dysfunction treatments sold under the label of dietary supplements for men. But before taking any or making any purchase, be sure to check with your doctor. Not all of these supplements are approved by the FDA. Most often these supplements are sold as dietary supplements that promise to enhance male’s performance. Be cautious as these products may contain prescription drugs or other undisclosed ingredients that can be harmful.

Although most of them are supposed to be natural supplements and safe, some do contain prescription ingredients. If you’re not sure what exactly is causing your ED problem, don’t take supplements since they could be harmful to your situation. Talk to a professional before making any purchase.

Source: FDA

How many men are affected by ED?

admin — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 03:00:00 +0000

ED affects 15 to 30 million American men. ED stands for erectile dysfunction which is the repeated inability to get or keep an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse for men. In most cases, ED has a physical cause. Although it can also be caused by psychological problems. The good news is, and you probably hear it on media all the time, ED is treatable at all ages. The common treatments include psychotherapy, drug therapy, vacuum devices, and surgery.

If you or your spouse seems to be suffering from ED, make an appointment to talk to your primary physician. He or she will refer you to a specialist. There’s no need to feel embarrassed since it’s a much more common problem than you think. Just by looking at the statistics, you would know someone you know probably has it.

Source: The National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse

What men need to know about erectile problems

admin — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:28:31 +0000

Some people can talk with their doctors about sex. Others feel that sex is private. They do not want to share details with anyone. But if you have problems getting or keeping an erection, you have good reasons to talk to a doctor: your health and your quality of life.

Erection problems used to be called “impotence.” Now the term “erectile dysfunction” is more common. Sometimes people just use the initials ED.

ED can be a sign of health problems. It may mean your blood vessels are clogged. It may mean you have nerve damage from diabetes. If you don’t see your doctor, these problems will go untreated.

Another reason to see your doctor is to treat ED itself. Your doctor can offer several new treatments. For many men, the answer is as simple as taking a pill. Other men have to try two or three options before they find a treatment that works for them. Don’t give up if the first treatment doesn’t work. Finding the right treatment can take time.

Source: National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse