Highlights High blood pressure can restrict blood flow, leading to erectile dysfunction (ED). Men can take Viagra to treat ED, even if they have high blood pressure. Viagra is not safe to use with all medications or with alcohol. Talk to your doctor to see if Viagra is a safe option to improve your sex…
Highlights Cialis is available under the generic name erectile dysfunction (ED) drug tadalafil and can be taken by mouth daily or as needed. Taken daily, Cialis lowers blood pressure and relieves symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The daily option may be a better option if you need long-term treatment for erectile dysfunction and ED….
Highlights Sex after a spinal cord injury is possible with adaptive devices. Common adaptive devices include wedges, lifts, slings, straps, and vibrators. Talk to your doctor before using adaptive devices. ED medications can help some men with SCIs with achieving and maintaining erections. Everyone deserves a satisfying sex life. But men with certain spinal cord…
Highlights People who identify as asexual are typically not interested in sexual or romantic relationships. Your low sexual desire might be related to underlying health issues rather than your sexual orientation. Concerned that your health is affecting your sex life? Talk to your doctor to learn more. Typically, sex is considered part of a normal,…
Highlights Men with spinal cord injuries may experience changes to their sexual health and functioning. They can struggle to get an erection or ejaculate, leading them to need assistance with sperm retrieval. Despite men with spinal cord injuries having decreased sperm quality, they are still able to father children with the help of assistive technologies….
Highlights Every year, 20,000 people in the United States experience a spinal cord injury. Men with spinal cord injuries often experience erectile dysfunction and struggle with depression. A combination of treatment options that include Viagra and an antidepressant might be effective for men with spinal cord injuries. Introduction Any damage to the spinal cord or…
Highlights: Almost 20,000 people per year will experience a spinal cord injury. In men, spinal cord injuries can lead to bladder incontinence, loss of sensation, and erectile dysfunction (ED). The most effective treatment options for ED in men with spinal cord injuries are PDE5 inhibitor medications like Viagra or Cialis. Talk to your doctor (or…
Highlights Men with erectile dysfunction (ED) may try natural or herbal supplements to treat their ED. Many of these remedies contain hidden ingredients, like desmethyl carbodenafil, that are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and can be dangerous. Desmethyl carbodenafil has resulted in at least one known death. Err on the side…
Highlights Research suggests that being obese can put you at risk for more serious COVID-19 complications. The COVID-19 Delta variant is leading to new, more serious infections, making weight loss more important than ever to those who are overweight or obese. Lifestyle changes like diet and exercise are the best way to lose weight. If…
Emerging research suggests that low-intensity extracorporeal shockwave therapy (LiESWT) can be safely used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED). LiESWT is helpful for vasculogenic ED but not for men who have had prostate surgery. Talk to your doctor about non-invasive treatment options for ED. Low-intensity extracorporeal shockwave therapy (LiESWT) is a safe treatment for erectile dysfunction,…